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.
Responsibilities:
* 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 provides information on the individual character of services.
* Supporting social interactions and activities, providing companionship.
* Observing, listening, and engaging with clients to maintain positive relationships with the client and their family.
* Being punctual and managing time effectively.
* Always observing confidentiality policy.
* Communicating with the office any changes or concerns in relation to client needs/care.
* Reporting and recording 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 in progress.
* Have a clean Garda Vetting Cert and International Police Clearance Cert (if applicable).
* Be able to provide a medical fitness for work cert/letter from your GP.
* Have a driver's licence and own transport, with knowledge of using Google Maps to find client's home.
* Experience working in a healthcare environment.
* Can work independently and as part of a team.
* Are reliable, dedicated, diligent, and trustworthy. Understand GDPR and its importance when working with the elderly.
* Are fluent in English, both verbally and in writing.
* Must be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland.
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