Care Assistant - Sligo

Recruit Island; Sligo; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MyHomecare seeks dedicated Homecare Assistants in Sligo to provide high-quality care. Candidates must have QQI Level 5 qualifications and a passion for supporting individuals in their homes. The role offers competitive pay, weekly salary, a sign-on bonus, and various benefits, including training and career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Salary paid weekly

€250 Sign-on BONUS after 6 months

Employee of the Quarter Voucher

Employee of the Year Voucher

Free Uniform

Free Garda Vetting

Subsidised QQI Courses

Training on mandatory certificates

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Minimum QQI Level 5 in Care Skills and Care of the Older Person.
• Updated mandatory courses are desirable but training is provided.
• Experience in healthcare and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and personal care.
• Encourage client independence and potential light housework.
• Develop positive relationships with clients.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Empathy

Education

QQI Level 5 in Care Skills

QQI Level 5 in Care of the Older Person

Job description

MyHomecare are specialist in high-quality, personal one-to-one care. MyHomecare are currently recruiting Homecare Assistants to join their expanding base in Sligo. 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 (Sligo).

My Homecare Benefits include:
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 €21p/h.
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 (ie. Patient Moving and Handling, CPR, Infection Control etc.)
Career Progression.
Brilliant opportunity to work as part of an enthusiastic team in a homecare setting

My Homecare Requirements Are:
All candidates require 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 passionate, positive individuals who are knowledgeable about professional personal care.

My Homecare Job 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/meal prep.
Meeting each client's needs in a safe and organised environment.
Develop and establish positive professional relationships with clients.

To apply for this position send an updated CV to our recruitment team [e-mail] alternatively you can call 0429368366 for more information. Shortlisting may apply based on the information supplied on CV submitted.

Never doubt the difference one person can make in the life of another, supporting local people to remain independent at home making a real difference in the life's 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 [e-mail] call 1800 400 900 for more information, quoting the following Job order number: ( JO-2307-520042)
Applicants will be treated with the strictest of confidence.

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