Healthcare Assistant - Knocknacarra, Rahoon & Salthill Area
Galway, Ireland
Part Time Healthcare Assistant
We would like to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our team in the below locations in the Galway area:
Knocknacarra, Rahoon, Salthill Area
The position on offer is 20 hours guaranteed.
Availability on Thursdays and weekends is essential.
What we Offer
Salary range for this position is €15.39 – €17.12 per hour depending on experience.
* Before 8am and after 8pm - from €19.23 p/h
* Sunday - from €23.00 p/h
* Public Holidays - from €30.80 p/h
Additional benefits include:
* Paid inter-client mileage
* Maternity and paternity pay scheme
* Excellent working conditions
* Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked
* PRSA Pension scheme available
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Employee Assistance Service
* A commitment to the ongoing training and development of all employees
Overall Purpose of Job
The purpose of the role is to enable the Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel, and companionship.
Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members. There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff.
Training and Qualifications Required
* Minimum of 5 modules completed of the Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills, or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award.
* Experience of working with people in a caring role (essential).
* Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality.
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English.
* Access to your own car (essential).
* Willing to drive service user's vehicle (preferred).
Behaviours
* Person-centred approach
* An ability to build strong relationships
* Flexible approach to work
* High level of confidentiality
* Communicating and Influencing
* Motivating and Empowering
* Planning and Organising
* Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability
Ranked 1st on the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards 2023 Homecare / Assisted Living Provider Of The Year and the highest-ranking charity organisation on the Irish Independent “Best Employer” list 2023.
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and would encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
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