Job Title: Healthcare Assistant
About the Role:
Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment is recruiting experienced Healthcare Assistants to work in residential care homes in Ireland, supporting adults or children with intellectual and physical disabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing direct support to service users in daily activities and routines
* Managing administrative tasks and completing essential household duties
* Collaborating with a dedicated team in Residential Services to deliver care in line with national regulations and standards
Requirements:
1. Relevant QQI Level 5 / Fetac Level 5 or equivalent qualification
2. Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar environment supporting adults or children with intellectual and physical disabilities
3. Knowledge of adults/children with complex needs
4. Full manual driver's license from a recognized state (Australia, Canada, UK, Europe, New Zealand, Japan, South Africa)
5. Three employment references required
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary from €36,000 based on years of experience
* Relocation package available
* Comprehensive induction process
* Extensive training program
* On-going mentoring and support
* Continuous Professional Development support
* Career progression opportunities
* Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays
* Flexible work schedule to accommodate both staff and service users
* Four working weeks as annual leave
* Refer a friend initiative
* Working in a well-resourced environment with access to a multidisciplinary team
* Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families