Compassionate Home Care Assistant — Blanchardstown

Caremark-Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Caremark is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for the Blanchardstown area to support service users with personal care and daily activities, promoting dignity and independence.

You will assist with mobility, incontinence care, meals, and light household tasks, and you will document observations and participate in reviews.

Requirements include QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (2 modules) or equivalent, eligibility to work in Ireland, and living in Dublin North; experience with vulnerable people is valued.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (or equivalent) is required.
• Must be living in Dublin North and able to work in Blanchardstown area.
• Must have prior healthcare experience with vulnerable groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with morning/evening routines and personal care.
• Support mobility and use of personal aids and equipment.
• Provide care for temporarily ill or terminally ill clients as needed.
• Promote mental and physical activities through engagement.
• Do basic housekeeping and meal support.
• Record reports and contribute to reviews and training activities.

Skills

Motivating

Communication

Listening

Teamworking

Providing Care

Empathy

Learning disabilities support

Experience with vulnerable people

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare

Equivalent experience

Job description

Caremark is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for the Blanchardstown area to support service users with personal care and daily activities, promoting dignity and independence.

You will assist with mobility, incontinence care, meals, and light household tasks, and you will document observations and participate in reviews.

Requirements include QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (2 modules) or equivalent, eligibility to work in Ireland, and living in Dublin North; experience with vulnerable people is valued.