Empowering Care Assistant — Flexible Shifts & Growth

Nua Healthcare Services; Galway; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Specified Illness Cover

Comprehensive Induction process

Continuous Professional Development

Excellent development & career oppurtn

Life Assurance/Death-in-Service

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Bike to work Scheme

Refer/Retain a friend bonus

Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide

Job summary

Nua Healthcare Services offers residential, supported living and day services across Ireland. We are seeking compassionate Assistant Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with a range of complex needs in our facilities and community settings.

You will empower service users to achieve independence, participate in daily activities, and develop living skills while adhering to organisational policies.

Qualifications

• This role requires QQI Level 5 - Healthcare or equivalent.
• Experience in a support role is desirable but not essential.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and genuine passion for supporting individuals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with families, colleagues and professionals.
• Full driving licence or working towards obtaining one.
• Flexibility and reliability to work across a range of shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in planning and managing daily activities and routines.
• Provide support while accessing and participating in the local community.
• Assist individuals with education, skills development, and achieving personal goals.
• Help individuals develop independent living skills (cooking, cleaning, laundry, appointments, social connections).
• Maintain understanding of and adhere to company policies, procedures, standards, regulations, and codes of practice.
• Work flexible shift patterns across a 24-hour, 7-day service.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driving licence

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

QQI Level 5 - Healthcare

Job description

Nua Healthcare Services offers residential, supported living and day services across Ireland. We are seeking compassionate Assistant Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with a range of complex needs in our facilities and community settings.

You will empower service users to achieve independence, participate in daily activities, and develop living skills while adhering to organisational policies.