Job Description:
To assist in meeting the personal needs of residents, participate in daily activities, and organize an activities programme for residents as directed by senior staff.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
* Undertake other duties as designated by the Manager.
* Maintain a safe environment around your work area and report maintenance problems swiftly.
* Assist residents who need help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, undressing, toileting, eating, and taking medication.
* Carry out regular checks on residents who require assistance and answer emergency calls as necessary.
* Participate in domestic duties as directed by the Scheme Manager.
Requirements:
* Good general level of education to Leaving Certificate standard.
* Recognized caring qualification, e.g. FETAC Level 5 or NCVA Level 2.
* Experience working with the elderly in a residential setting.
* Good communication skills, oral and written.
* Experience of personal hygiene tasks.
Specialist Knowledge:
* Awareness and understanding of the care needs of older people.
* Awareness and understanding of care planning.
* Knowledge of Key Worker system.
Personal Qualities:
* Ability to tolerate stressful situations.
* Confident and honest with empathy and warmth towards others.
Working Conditions:
Fold Housing operates a 'No Smoking on the Premises Policy' and all employees are expected to promote a working environment free from harassment or discrimination.
Application Requirements:
* Completed Garda Vetting form (NV1) required for successful applicants.