Domestic Attendant
HSE West and North West
Job Specification & Terms and Conditions
Job Title and Grade
Domestic Attendant
HSE West and North West
(Grade Code. 4110)
Campaign Reference
CHW089-DACHW-2024
Closing Date
3rd January 2025 at 12 noon
Location of Post
There are currently one Permanent Post in Aras Naomh Chaolain, Castlerea and one Permanent Post in Carraroe Day Centre.
Purpose of the Post
The provision of high quality domestic service to all patients which includes catering and cleaning duties, in line with hospital and national infection control policies, HACCP and Environmental Health Office regulations.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
* Support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times.
* Maintain awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities.
* Participate in the Group’s performance management programme.
* Work in a Domestic Service Team, which includes cleaning and catering.
* Adhere to HACCP, EHO, HIQA and HSE regulations.
* Ensure efficient and economical use of materials and equipment.
* Report any defects for repair to the Domestic Supervisor.
* Assist in all catering and cleaning duties in food preparation service and distribution.
* Ensure that duties are carried out as specified on cleaning schedules.
* Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in kitchens, stores, and all equipment.
* Ensure proper rotation of stock and compliance with National Hygiene Standards.
* Assist in the plating of patient meals as required.
* Comply with policies, directives, guidelines, and recommendations from statutory bodies.
* Present for work in full and proper clean uniform at rostered time.
* Demonstrate a friendly and co-operative attitude towards visitors, relatives, and staff.
* Participate in training & retraining as requested by Hospital Management.
* Ensure maximum security in the Department.
* The Domestic Services operates over 5 days per week Monday to Friday.
Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or Experience
Candidates must on the closing date:
* Have 2nd level education to Junior Certificate Level at a minimum, which includes pass in 5 subjects.
* OR have completed a relevant examination at a comparable standard in any equivalent examination in another jurisdiction.
* AND have 1 year continuous relevant employment in a household/catering environment in a healthcare setting or in the hospitality sector within the last 3 years.
* AND possess a competent level of spoken and written English to compile HACCP/HIQA documents.
Health
A candidate must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Character
Each candidate must be of good character.
Post Specific Requirements
Previous experience of working in a catering department or as a multi-task attendant. Irish Language Required for Carraroe Day Centre Post.
Skills, Competencies and/or Knowledge
* Demonstrate knowledge of EHO, HIQA and HACCP regulations.
* Demonstrate ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Demonstrate evidence of ability to plan work effectively and efficiently.
* Demonstrate a focus on quality and ability to empathise with patients.
* Demonstrate effective communication skills.
Selection Process
A short-listing exercise may be carried out based on the requirements of the post. Failure to include relevant information may result in not being called forward to the next stage.
This job description is subject to periodic review and may include other duties as determined by the designated Line Manager.
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