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Right at Home is one of Ireland's leading and award-winning home care providers, we are currently hiring a full-time Senior Healthcare Assistant who can work in the Enniscorthy area. Please get in touch today!!
Our mission is to improve the quality of life, for those we serve.
Please note we do not provide visas for this role. We do not have a role for Oversees applicants at the moment. You must have the right to work in Ireland and provide a valid visa to be considered for this role.
Senior Healthcare Assistant – The Role
Assisting with starting of packages and introducing carers.
Covering calls either when Care Workers are sick or absent.
Carry out all instructions relating to the direct care of clients as per Home Care Plan.
Always contribute to the protection and well-being of clients.
Provide medication prompting as per Home Care Plan
Provide help with personal care, showering and toileting
Preparing meals and light household duties.
Document any care given and any issues of concern and report as appropriate and as per company policy.
During quiet times support supervisor with their role.
Effectively deal with emergency on-call issues, for example covering calls directly when Care Workers are sick or absent from work and ensuring clients are cared for in a caring professional manner.
Compassion, good communication and organisational skills together with a calm and caring manner are vital for this important role in our company.
Benefits and recognition
Pay rate of between €16.00- €18.00 per hour depending on experience
Flexible working days
Provide Training - we're passionate about investing in our people
Employee of the Month award
Employees of the Year Awards – Regional and National
Refer a Friend scheme
Professional Development - we love to promote from within!
Weekly Fuel Allowance Provided
Required Competencies and Training
Compassion, patience, and empathy
Dependable and attentive, with a strong commitment to providing high levels of care
Great communicator – with clients and support team
Ability to work alone, use initiative and be mindful of health and safety and other organisational policies at all times
Related experience providing care is desirable
2 QQI level 5 Healthcare modules – Care Skills and Care of the Elderly is a requirement
Up to date patient moving & handling certificate (or training provided)
International Police Clearance (where applicable)
Job Spec Summary
Assisting with both personal and practical care
Facilitating independence and social involvement
Ensure dignity, privacy and independence is maintained and respected
Reporting any issues to your manager
Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer
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