Health Care Assistant

CASTLE HOMECARE LIMITED; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Dublin is seeking a Health Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. This entry-level position offers flexible shifts, in-house training, and a supportive work environment. Candidates should ideally have QQI Level 5 in Community Care or relevant experience, with responsibilities including personal care and companionship for clients. The role provides a salary starting from €30,000 per annum, with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

In-house training

Career progression opportunities

Refer a friend bonus

Responsive support staff 24/7

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• QQI/FETAC Level 5 Community Care/Care of the Elderly or equivalent experience.
• Specific training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including dressing and washing.
• Assist clients with dementia care.
• Remind about medication.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Assist with grocery shopping.
• Engage in daily tasks providing exercise and companionship.

Skills

Personal care

Dementia care

Medication reminders

Light housekeeping

Grocery shopping

Exercise/companionship

Education

QQI/FETAC Level 5 Community Care/Care of the Elderly

Job description

Health Care Assistant – #JOB-2420535

Location: Unit 6, Ballinteer Bus Ctr, Dublin 16, D16 F7Y2.

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Castle Homecare are excited to advertise for a Healthcare Assistant based in Ballinteer, Dublin 16. We are a committed team of care professionals, dedicated to our clients and to our carers who assist them. We are currently looking for Carers who are interested in working in the Ballinteer area.

Shifts: Weekday morning and evening; Saturday & Sunday morning and evening. Flexible work hours to suit your lifestyle. Driving, scooting or cycling is a great advantage.

Key responsibilities of a Carer

• Personal care – dressing/washing
• Dementia care
• Medication reminders – prompt only
• Light housekeeping
• Grocery shopping
• Daily tasks – exercise/companionship etc.

Qualifications

• QQI/FETAC Level 5 Community Care/Care of the Elderly or experience in a similar working environment/home environment is an advantage.
• Specific training is ALWAYS provided.

What we offer:

• In-house training
• Career progression opportunities
• Refer a friend bonus
• Locally owned and operated offices
• Responsive support staff 24/7
• 39 hours per week with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
• Salary: from €30,000 per annum

For more information, please give us a call on 01 296 5304 or email [e-mail].

Career Level

Entry Level

Application Method

Please apply to this vacancy by completing the online application. If you are a jobseeker in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment, you may register your interest using the scheme reference number at your local Intreo Office.