What to wear
Be prepared-have fun-be safe.
Most of your shifts in group homes will pass with no incidents. It really won't matter what you wear. There's no way to tell ahead of time what your shift will be like. There's no telling what you will encounter during your shift. When working in a group home, it's your choice to be prepared. Be prepared to be able to have fun at the park and be prepared to finish you shift injury free. Don't let how you dress hinder you from having fun or being safe when employed by a group home.
Pick modest, comfortable clothes. Shifts may be long and you will be less fatiqued if you are comfortable. Avoid clothes that could restrict movement.
Choose clothes that you don't mind if they got stained or torn. You can shop at the second hand store for your work clothes or save old clothes when you purchase new ones.
You should look neat and clean since part of your job description may include taking them to appointments, outings, and day or work programs.
If you work in a home with an aggressive resident, layering your clothes and loose clothes will keep you safer. Long sleeves will protect your arm from a someone who pinches and/or grabs. Wearing layers allows you to take off a shirt, leaving a resident holding an article of clothing (instead of you) while you distance yourself from the attack. It can buffer a hit.
Hats are helpful if you work with someone who pulls hair. Long hair should be pulled back. Braiding is also helpful if you have long hair. You can also fold it in half and pull back.
Leave jewelry at home. It can be damaged. Some residents find it distracting or tempting to steal. Avoid body jewelry that can be grabbed or possibly snag and cause injury to you. Be extra careful regarding anything around your neck that an aggressive resident could use to cause injury. Wear long key holders across your chest or over your shoulder (like a purse), not around your neck.
Shoes that are comfortable, cover your feet, and have good traction are suggested. You may have a wet floor from a spill or accident, you may have to run after a resident who tries to leave without permission.
Most of your shifts in group homes will pass with no incidents. It really won't matter what you wear. There's no way to tell ahead of time what your shift will be like. There's no telling what you will encounter during your shift. When working in a group home, it's your choice to be prepared. Be prepared to be able to have fun at the park and be prepared to finish you shift injury free. Don't let how you dress hinder you from having fun or being safe when employed by a group home.
Pick modest, comfortable clothes. Shifts may be long and you will be less fatiqued if you are comfortable. Avoid clothes that could restrict movement.
Choose clothes that you don't mind if they got stained or torn. You can shop at the second hand store for your work clothes or save old clothes when you purchase new ones.
You should look neat and clean since part of your job description may include taking them to appointments, outings, and day or work programs.
If you work in a home with an aggressive resident, layering your clothes and loose clothes will keep you safer. Long sleeves will protect your arm from a someone who pinches and/or grabs. Wearing layers allows you to take off a shirt, leaving a resident holding an article of clothing (instead of you) while you distance yourself from the attack. It can buffer a hit.
Hats are helpful if you work with someone who pulls hair. Long hair should be pulled back. Braiding is also helpful if you have long hair. You can also fold it in half and pull back.
Leave jewelry at home. It can be damaged. Some residents find it distracting or tempting to steal. Avoid body jewelry that can be grabbed or possibly snag and cause injury to you. Be extra careful regarding anything around your neck that an aggressive resident could use to cause injury. Wear long key holders across your chest or over your shoulder (like a purse), not around your neck.
Shoes that are comfortable, cover your feet, and have good traction are suggested. You may have a wet floor from a spill or accident, you may have to run after a resident who tries to leave without permission.
posted by Jan F. Pavis @ Thursday, June 01, 2006
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