Care Assistant: Flexible Shifts & Career Growth

Orchard Care Group; Galway; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Sunday and Bank Holiday rates

Excellent staffing ratios

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive training and progression

Paid training on commencement

Income Protection

Orchard Values Award

Bike to work scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Orchard Care Group is seeking Health Care Assistants in Galway to support adults and children with complex needs in residential services. The role involves direct care, admin tasks, and maintaining HIQA standards within a 24/7 rolling roster.

You will work as part of a dedicated team, delivering high-quality care with a person-centred approach and strong emphasis on confidentiality and advocacy for service users.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar environment
• Knowledge of adults/children with complex needs
• Full manual drivers licence is mandatory with eligibility to drive in Ireland
• Eligible to live and work in Ireland without restriction

Responsibilities

• Assist with the child/adults’ activities and care as assigned by the Manager and as indicated in the person’s integrated Care Plan ensuring the delivery of a high standard of care
• Encourage recognition of the child/adult as an individual ensuring that they and their family’s needs and comforts are given priority
• To act as an advocate for the child/adult and family ensuring the provision of appropriate information and support
• Develop social interaction for the people we support individually and in a group setting
• To be aware of the uses, safety precautions and handling of equipment
• To participate in all communication processes – team meetings/staff forums/emails
• Ensure personal care is provided to the people we support when required
• Maintain and uphold the organisations and the people we support’s confidentiality at all times
• Flexible and willing to work shifts to meet the needs of the service

Job description

Orchard Care Group is seeking Health Care Assistants in Galway to support adults and children with complex needs in residential services. The role involves direct care, admin tasks, and maintaining HIQA standards within a 24/7 rolling roster.

You will work as part of a dedicated team, delivering high-quality care with a person-centred approach and strong emphasis on confidentiality and advocacy for service users.