Care Assistant -Leitrim

Recruit Island; Leitrim; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A homecare service provider is recruiting Homecare Assistants in Leitrim. The role requires a minimum QQI Level 5 in Care Skills with experience in healthcare being essential. Benefits include flexible working hours and competitive pay ranging from €14 to €21 per hour. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional support to clients and enhancing their independence in a home setting.

Benefits

Sign on BONUS – €250 after 6 months

Competitive rates starting at €14 to €21 per hour

Refer a Friend bonuses up to €500

Free Uniform

Subsidised QQI Courses

Qualifications

• Updated mandatory courses such as Patient Moving and Handling Certificate are desirable but not essential as training can be given.
• Willingness to undergo Garda Vetting.
• Full driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with all aspects of daily living.
• Deliver a high standard of personal care to clients when needed.
• Develop and establish positive professional relationships with clients.

Skills

Experience working in a healthcare background

Passion for professional personal care

Education

Minimum QQI Level 5 in Care Skills and Care of the Older Person

Job description

Overview

MyHomecare are specialist in high-quality, personal one-to-one care. MyHomecare are currently recruiting Homecare Assistants to join their expanding base in Leitrim. MyHomecare has a proven track record of exceptional support for both clients and carers. We are dedicated to providing a five-star service to ensure we build positive relationships between clients and staff. My Homecare are Recruiting Healthcare Assistants in (Leitrim).

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Salary paid weekly
• Sign on BONUS – Receive a €250 bonus after 6 months work
• Competitive rates of pay starting at €14 to €21 per hour
• Refer a Friend – €500 – Nurse / €300 – HCA / €150 Domestic Support (Your referral must work 150 hours for you to receive payment)
• Employee of the Quarter – €100 One4All Voucher
• Employee of the Year – €200 One4All Voucher
• Free Uniform
• Free Garda Vetting
• Subsidised QQI Courses available through our Care Academy
• Training provided on all mandatory certificates (e.g., Patient Moving and Handling, CPR, Infection Control, etc.)
• Career Progression
• Brilliant opportunity to work as part of an enthusiastic team in a homecare setting

Requirements

• Minimum QQI Level 5 in Care Skills and Care of the Older Person
• Updated mandatory courses such as Patient Moving and Handling Certificate are desirable but not essential as training can be given
• Willingness to undergo Garda Vetting
• Full driving licence and access to own vehicle
• Experience working in a healthcare background and passion for professional personal care

Responsibilities

• Assisting with all aspects of daily living
• Deliver a high standard of personal care to clients when needed
• Encourage clients to achieve or maximise independence
• Potential light housework and meal preparation
• Meeting each client’s needs in a safe and organised environment
• Develop and establish positive professional relationships with clients

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send an updated CV to our recruitment team at [e-mail] or call 042 936 8366 for more information. Shortlisting may apply based on the information supplied on the CV submitted.

Never doubt the difference one person can make in the life of another, supporting local people to remain independent at home and making a real difference in the lives of others in the community. When you work for Myhomecare you can make that difference.

To apply for this role please send your updated CV to [e-mail] or call 1800 400 900 for more information, quoting the following Job order number: JO--2307-519999. Applicants will be treated with the strictest confidence.