Healthcare Assistants - Bagenalstown, Borris & Graiguenamanagh Area - Colorado Springs
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.
We are seeking applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants / Personal Assistants who are interested in joining our team in the below locations in Co. Carlow.
Bagenalstown, Borris & Graiguenamanagh Area
The position on offer is part time, 20 hours depending on your availability.
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
Inter-client mileage paid
Sick pay scheme
Maternity and paternity pay scheme
Excellent working conditions
Ongoing Training & development opportunities
VHI, HSF and PRSA schemes available
Employee Assistance Service
Overall Purpose of Job- The purpose of the role is to enable the Service User 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 Service Users.
- 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
- 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
- Full driver's licence and access to your own car (essential).
Behaviours
Person centred approach
An ability to build strong relationships
Strong customer service focus
Flexible approach to work
High level of confidentiality
Competencies
Communicating and Influencing
Motivating and Empowering
Planning and Organising
Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability
IWA is committed to continuing to be an equal Opportunities employer
Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
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