• What different roles are there in social care?

    Social care is one of the most important job sectors to support modern life. There’s a huge variety on offer in this very rewarding industry. However, before you dive in, it’s worth exploring just what roles there are, and what you could specialize in. As a social carer, you could work with a variety of people including: – The elderly – Adults, teens, and children with mental health problems – Families experiencing stress – Those with addiction issues – Vulnerable or at-risk children – Employees and workplaces. These people may need your help in a variety of ways. Domiciliary (home) care or personal assistant This is personal care, such as in home health care and support provided in an individual’s home to help them lead independent lives with your helping hand. This may be through the NHS or independently contracted. Some roles in this category range from dressing and cleaning help to activities management and chaperoning, especially for younger people, for social activities and family care support. Advocacy worker Supporting access to information or needs. This role acts as support for those who need to manage processes or arrangements, such as banking, housing or legal issues. Advocates act so their…