Geriatric Home Care Assistant - QQI Level 5

Irish HomeCare; Lettercannon; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend scheme

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

Irish HomeCare is seeking qualified and experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team in Donegal. You will provide personal, non-medical care and support to clients in their own homes, following each client's Care Plan to meet physical, nutritional and social needs.

This role is 39 hours per week with varied shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. A Level 5 QQI Health or Social Care qualification, a full Irish driving licence, and English

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 QQI Health or Social Care or equivalent.
• 2 years of care or healthcare experience.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal, non-medical care and assistance to clients in their own homes.
• Assist with clients’ physical, nutritional and social needs as per Care Plan.
• Perform duties such as personal care, mobility support, meal prep, light housekeeping.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written English

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Driving licence (Full B)

Education

QQI Level 5 Health or Social Care

Job description

Irish HomeCare is seeking qualified and experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team in Donegal. You will provide personal, non-medical care and support to clients in their own homes, following each client's Care Plan to meet physical, nutritional and social needs.

This role is 39 hours per week with varied shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. A Level 5 QQI Health or Social Care qualification, a full Irish driving licence, and English