Health Care assistant

Comfort Homecare; Cork; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Homecare is expanding in Cork and looking for Health Care Assistants to support clients in their homes. Ideal candidates should have QQI Level 5 qualifications, excellent communication skills, and a caring disposition. This position offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and numerous benefits, including funded training and bonuses.

Benefits

Fully funded QQI Level 5 and 6 qualifications

In-house manual handling and patient-moving certification

Carer of the Month bonus

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Care Skills and Care of the Elderly is mandatory.
• Experience as HCA (minimum 1 year) is required.
• Certifications in Care Skills or Healthcare Support are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing high standards of emotional, social, and personal care to clients.
• Maintaining accurate records and implementing clients' care plans.
• Participating in continuous training and upskilling.

Skills

Communication

Caring disposition

Reliability

Flexibility

Practical skills

Education

QQI Level 5 in Care Skills

QQI Level 5 in Care of the Elderly

Job description

Due to continued growth and expansion in the Cork area, Comfort Homecare is recruiting additional Health Care Assistants to support our Cork team.

Driving is essential

We offer the most competitive rates starting at €15 per hour. Higher rates apply on Sundays. Half-hour calls are €10 plus a travel allowance of 41c per km. Additional benefits are also provided.

Healthcare Assistants are needed both part-time and full-time in the Cork area to assist clients in remaining safely and happily in their own homes. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a company that highly values its staff.

Benefits include:

• Fully funded QQI Level 5 and 6 qualifications
• In-house manual handling and patient-moving certification
• Carer of the Month bonus
• Refer-a-Friend bonus

The successful candidate must:

• Hold QQI Level 5 in Care Skills and Care of the Elderly
• Be fully reliable and dependable
• Have a full clean driver's license and use of your own vehicle
• Be flexible with a can-do attitude
• Possess a caring and kind disposition with a person-centred approach
• Have good communication and practical skills
• Some experience and training are desirable
• Be available for weekend and evening work

Responsibilities include:

• Providing high standards of emotional, social, and personal care to clients
• Adhering to all company policies
• Maintaining accurate records
• Participating in continuous training and upskilling
• Implementing clients' care plans
• Providing practical and emotional support professionally

Job Type: Part-time / Full-time

Part-time hours: 18-40 hours per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekend availability
• Flexible hours

Experience:

• HCA minimum 1 year required

Licence/Certification:

• Certificate in Care Skills or Healthcare Support (desirable)
• Full clean driver's license required

About Us:

Comfort Homecare, founded in 2021 by Dara Shortt, is rapidly becoming the leading home support provider. With over 150 Care Assistants across the Midlands, Dublin, and Kildare, we are committed to delivering excellence in care. Our core values focus on person-centred care and dignity, supporting our clients' independence and well-being.

We offer comprehensive training, a supportive team environment, and personalized care plans tailored to each client's needs.