Community Care Assistant

Connected Health; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading homecare provider in Northern Ireland as a Care Assistant, where you'll make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives. With no prior experience required, you will receive accredited training and support to thrive in your role while developing professionally within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Travel allowance

£200 Sign on Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Local business discounts

Career and training opportunities

Staff Awards and Recognition Program

Qualifications

• No formal experience required, training provided.
• Must be a driver with access to a car.
• Empathetic nature is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to individuals.
• Maintain communication with supervisors regarding changes in service users' conditions.
• Complete required documentation and comply with policies.

Skills

Compassion

Dedication

Team Spirit

Empathy

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Join our team as a Care Assistant in Newtownabbey. No prior experience? No problem! We provide accredited training alongside ongoing development opportunities to help you thrive in this rewarding role. As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing essential support to individuals who require assistance with daily tasks, personal care, and maintaining their independence.

YOUR ROLE AS A CARE ASSISTANT:

Daily Impact: Your role isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to positively influence someone's life every day. Your compassion and dedication will empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives at home.

Essential Connection: For many of our clients, you may be the sole person they interact with. Your presence and care are not just essential; they're a lifeline.

Dynamic Team: Join a dynamic team enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities throughout Northern Ireland.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Compassion: A genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Dedication: Commitment to providing vital support and care to those who need it most.

Team Spirit: A desire to be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and excellence.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN:

Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a rapidly expanding company.

Fulfillment: Experience the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to the well-being of others.

Community: Join a supportive community of like-minded professionals who share your dedication to making a real difference.

BENEFITS:

• Travel allowance*
• £200 Sign on Bonus
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Local business discounts
• Career and training opportunities
• Staff Awards and Recognition Program

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake personal care and daily living tasks as agreed with the service user, their family and the professionals involved with the individual service plan.
• Work at all times within the policies and procedures of Connected Health or if required Next of Kin.
• To provide service users with opportunities to express their preference as to the way tasks are carried out.
• To develop and maintain professional working relationships with service users and work colleagues from a wide variety of backgrounds.
• To communicate regularly with the immediate supervisor, in particular regarding changes in the service user's condition or circumstances.
• To use the services on-call system in accordance with the service guidance.
• To attend training including induction training, team meetings and individual supervision sessions as required.
• To complete documentation, including service user records and timesheets.
• To comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• To participate in supervision, staff meetings and training activities as required.
• To be responsible for maintaining and improving own knowledge and skills through experience and training.
• To undertake additional responsibilities as requested by the Service Manager following the successful completion of specific training and personal skills development.

To undertake any other reasonable duties as required*

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• No formal experience is required as full accredited training will be provided
• You must have an empathetic nature
• You must be a driver with access to a car.

ABOUT US

At Connected Health, we don't just offer a job - we offer careers that are at the forefront of transforming the way homecare is delivered across Northern Ireland and Ireland. We recognise that the individuals we employ are pivotal to driving this transformation within the sector. That's why, at Connected Health, our mission is unwavering: to continually attract, recruit, and develop the finest homecare team.

WHY CHOOSE US:

Pioneering Homecare Revolution: Join a team at the forefront of the homecare revolution, shaping the future of homecare in Northern Ireland.

Community Impact: Be a vital part of our commitment to making a profound impact on the lives of individuals across Northern Ireland. Your role goes beyond caregiving; it's about fostering independence and dignity within the comfort of their own homes.

Dedication to Excellence: As one of the leading homecare companies in Northern Ireland, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of care.