Care and Support Worker Co.Louth

Bright Valley Ltd T/a Caremark Meath Louth; Ashbourne; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Caremark Meath and Louth is seeking compassionate Care & Support Workers to join our team. You will deliver essential personal care and support to service users in their own homes, helping them maintain dignity and independence.

Working with Field Care Supervisors, you will provide person-centred care across Meath and Louth, focusing on daily living activities and wellbeing, with a supportive team and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide essential personal care and support to service users
• Experience in care or support roles preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable and compassionate

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support with personal care, mobility and daily living activities
• Assist service users with physical disabilities, incontinence and personal care equipment
• Support individuals who are unwell or receiving end-of-life care
• Promote physical, mental and social wellbeing through activities, conversation and companionship
• Assist with meal preparation, bed-making and light cleaning
• Maintain accurate care records and reports, and participate in reviews and training
• Follow Caremark policies and promptly report changes in health or circumstances
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing at all times

Skills

Personal care

Mobility support

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Job description

Care and Support Worker Co.Louth

At Caremark Meath and Louth, we believe in empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives within the comfort of their own homes. We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care & Support Workers to join our valued team.

In this pivotal role, you will provide essential personal care and support, fostering dignity and promoting independence for our service users. Working closely with our Field Care Supervisors, you will deliver person-centred care that mirrors the support a family member would provide, focusing on daily living activities rather than complex nursing tasks. If you are passionate about making a tangible difference every day and thrive in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us in delivering exceptional care across Meath and Louth.

About the role

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support with personal care, mobility and daily living activities.

• Assist service users with physical disabilities, incontinence and personal care equipment.

• Support individuals who are unwell or receiving end-of-life care.

• Promote physical, mental and social wellbeing through activities, conversation and companionship.

• Assist with meal preparation, bed-making, light cleaning.

• Maintain accurate care records and reports, and participate in reviews and training.

• Follow Caremark policies and procedures and promptly report changes in service users’ health or circumstances.

• Promote independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing at all times.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and well organised.

• Flexible and adaptable.

• Caring and compassionate.

• Able to use initiative.

• Excellent communication skills.

About the company

Whether you’re looking to provide excellent home care with a cheery smile, or to receive it, Caremark is here to help.

Required Criteria

• Ability to provide essential personal care and support to service users

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience in a care or support role

Skills you'll need

• Providing Care
• Providing personal care