The purpose of this role is to support our clients with all aspects of their day-to-day living. You will provide care in the client's home and it is essential that all services are delivered in a safe, compassionate and caring manner.
Benefits:
* Travel time paid
* Competitive rates of pay
* Flexible scheduling
* Holiday pay at 8% of hours worked
* Bi-weekly payment
* Free uniforms
* Garda vetting at no cost
* Complimentary manual handling training
* Opportunities for career growth
* Assistance with QQI registration and payment if needed if needed
* Out of hours support
* Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Program-Spectrum life
* Sponsorship opportunities available to suitable candidates (in line with government requirements)
Your duties:
* Providing personal care, toileting, meal preparation, moving and transferring, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and high dependency care, supervising medication, light housework/basic shopping needs.
* Following client's Care Plan which is a guide that provides information on the individual character of services.
* Supporting social interactions and activities, providing companionship.
* Encouraging independence.
* To observe, listen, and engage with clients and maintain positive relationships with the client and the family.
* Be punctual and manage time effectively.
* Always observe confidentiality policy.
* Communicating with the office any changes or concerns in relation to Client needs/care.
* Reporting and record any incidents.
* Adhering to Health and Safety regulations.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
* Have QQI level 5 in Healthcare with relevant modules (or equivalent) completed or begin commencing-Assistance provided.
* Have a clean Garda Vetting Cert and International Police Clearance Cert (if applicable).
* Computer literacy essential.
* Smart Phone ownership essential.
* Can work independently and as part of a team.
* Are reliable, dedicated, diligent and trustworthy. Understand GDPR and how important it is when working with the elderly.
* Are fluent in English both verbally and written.
* Must be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland.