Job Title: Healthcare Assistant
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Healthcare Assistant in a community-based setting.
About the Role
This is a permanent position with flexible working hours, offering a competitive rate of pay up to €19 per hour (paid fortnightly), refer a friend scheme, mileage and travel allowance, full training provided, additional training and educational support, EAP scheme, bike to work scheme, uniform and PPE provided, promotions available, and work phone provided.
Key Responsibilities:
* Adhere meticulously to established working practices, methods, procedures, and care plans to provide seamless short-notice care to clients while avoiding any disruption.
* Maintain a consistently client-centric approach that prioritises and safeguards their well-being and interests.
* Deliver high quality care and assistance to our clients as per their Care Plan personal care, toileting, meal preparation, moving & transferring, supervise medication.
* Regularly report to your Line Manager on any significant changes in a client's physical, behavioural, or social condition, as well as any perceived lack of resources, support, or any actions that may potentially harm the client.
* Undertake a range of Personal and Practical Care Duties with utmost professionalism and empathy.
* Provide unwavering support while respecting the unique individuality of each client, delivering a service that reflects dignity and respect.
* Encourage and promote the independence of clients in their daily lives.
* Collaborate effectively within a flexible caregiving team, offering general support as needed.
* Manage time effectively and ensure punctuality is respected.
* Adhere to Health & Safety regulations.
Qualifications/Attainments:
* FETAC/QQI Level 5 Award or equivalent qualification in the Care Skills and Care of the Older Person modules.
* Possession of a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for work-related purposes.
Relevant Knowledge and Experience:
* A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience within the healthcare industry.
* Additional experience or understanding of areas related to the position.
Skills & Competences:
* Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
* Self-motivated, results-focused, and adept at working independently.
* Possesses a caring and compassionate nature with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality services to elderly clients.