Job Description
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced caregiver to join our team in Arklow. If you are unable to commit to during the week, we can offer evening & weekend work.
Requirements:
1. A minimum of experience in caring for others, either professionally or within a family setting is essential.
* The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be honest, patient, and fluent in English.
o If you do not hold a QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualification, we encourage you to pursue it or take advantage of our free QQI training in Care Skills & Care of the Elderly.
* Able to provide suitable character references and willing to complete a Garda Vetting Form.
o Preferrably available at the same time every day.
Rates of Pay:
* Fully qualified applicants with full QQI and 2 years' experience: €16.00 Euro per hour (Mon-Sat) and €18.25 Euro per hour on Sundays. Half-hour rates: €9.50 Euro (Mon-Sat) and €10.50 Euro on Sundays.
* Fully qualified applicants with full QQI: €15.75 Euro per hour (Mon-Sat) and €18.00 Euro per hour on Sundays. Half-hour rates: €9.25 Euro (Mon-Sat) and €10.25 Euro on Sundays.
* Fully qualified applicants with Care Skills and Care of the Elderly: €15.00 Euro per hour (Mon-Sat) and €17.25 Euro per hour on Sundays. Half-hour rates: €9.00 Euro (Mon-Sat) and €10.00 Euro on Sundays.
* Applicants without QQI: We offer free training in QQI Care Skills and Care of the Elderly, with an interim rate as follows: €14.00 per hour (Mon-Sat) and €16.25 per hour on Sundays. Half-hour rates: €8.75 Euro (Mon-Sat) and €9.75 Euro on Sundays.
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate from €16.00 to €18.25
* Premium Sunday and 30-minute rates
* Generous travel reimbursement for gaps under 4 hours
* Paid shadowing
* Fortnightly pay
* Refer-a-Friend Program - €250.00 per referral
* Bike-to-work scheme including E-Bike
* Fully paid QQI Level 5 Courses
* Wellness Program
* Free uniforms
* Free Bluebird Care Hooded Sweatshirt
* Free Quality Bluebird Care Coat
* Guaranteed rosters
* Free online training courses
* 24/7 On-Call Support
* Free Employee Assistance Program
Please note that sponsorship for this role is not provided, and a valid work permit is required.