Ballinamore - Health Care Assistant

Dovida Ireland; Sligo; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free training

Flexible schedules

Mileage allowance

24/7 local support

Career progression

Recognition events

Job summary

Dovida, Ireland's largest and trusted home care provider, is looking for caring individuals to support clients in their own homes across Ireland. You will help older adults and people with disabilities stay safe, independent and happy at home.

Responsibilities include companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparation, personal care, and accompanying clients to appointments. We offer flexible schedules, training, mileage allowance, and 24/7 local support.

Qualifications

• Kind, caring and dependable
• A good communicator who enjoys helping others
• Physically able for the role
• Flexible with visit times
• (Desirable) QQI qualification, with full driving licence and/or previous care experience

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support to clients at home
• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation
• Assist with personal care as needed
• Run errands or accompany clients to appointments

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Driving licence

Education

QQI qualification (Home Care)

Job description

Looking for meaningful work where you can truly make a difference, with real flexibility built around your life?

At Dovida, Ireland's largest and most trusted home care provider, we are welcoming caring, reliable people to join our team and support clients in the comfort of their own homes. We believe great care starts with great carers and we will support you every step of the way.

Why you will love working with Dovida

• Competitive pay, including enhanced weekend and public holiday rates
• Free and subsidised training to help you grow your skills and confidence
• Flexible schedules that fit your lifestyle, family, or studies
• Mileage allowance for travel between clients
• 24/7 support from your experienced local care team
• Clear career pathways with opportunities for progression and professional development
• Regular appreciation events and recognition for the amazing difference you make
• A positive, values-driven culture where you are respected, supported, and heard.

About the role

At Dovida, you're not "just a carer", you are the reason people can stay safe, independent, and happy in their own homes.

You'll support older adults and people with disabilities to live safely, comfortably, and independently at home. Your day may include:

• Meaningful companionship and conversation
• Light housekeeping and meal preparation
• Providing personal care (bathing, dressing, hygiene)
• Running errands or accompanying clients to appointments

What we are looking for:

We would love to hear from you if you are:

• Kind, caring, and dependable
• A good communicator who enjoys helping others
• Physically able for the role
• Flexible with visit times
• (Desirable) QQI-qualified, with a full driving licence and/or previous care experience

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