Health Care Assistant

Stepping Stones Care Ltd; Leinster; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Stepping Stones Care Ltd in Dublin is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support a person with an intellectual disability and/or autism in a residential setting. The role focuses on HIQA compliance, accurate record-keeping and close teamwork with care staff.

You will hold a FETAC/QQI Level 5 in Healthcare, have at least three years of relevant experience, and possess a full driving licence. The position is full-time (40 hours) with day and night shifts, including weekends; applicants must be

Qualifications

• FETAC/QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare is required.
• Three years’ experience supporting children/adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Experience in a HIQA regulation environment.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of HIQA Standards.
• Full Clean Driving Licence Class B desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Team to ensure HIQA regulatory compliance.
• Carry out duties with the required professional knowledge.
• Ensure records and documentation comply with legislation and HIQA requirements.
• Work directly with individuals and handle day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Maintain high levels of organisation, report writing, IT and time management.
• Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Report writing

IT skills

Time management

HIQA standards knowledge

Education

FETAC/QQI Level 5 Healthcare

Job description

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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

Job Title: Health Care Assistant

Status: Full Time Contract

Location: Dublin

We are recruiting Health Care Workers to help support a person with an intellectual disability and/or Autism to enjoy an ordinary life while being supported and empowered so that they can live their life to the fullest while in a residential setting.

Duties

• Support the Team to ensure that the service you provide complies with the applicable HIQA regulations.
• Sufficient professional knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role.
• Ensure compliance with record keeping is in line with legislation and HIQA requirements.
• Work directly with individuals and completing administrative tasks relating to the day-to-day running of the house.
• Be highly organised, have excellent report writing and IT and time management skills.
• Flexibility and openness to change

Our ideal candidate

FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare

Three year’s experience supporting children/adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.

Applicants must have relevant experience

Experience in a HIQA regulation environment and supporting children/adults with intellectual disabilities

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Strong knowledge of HIQA Standards

Full Clean Driving Licence Class B desirable

What we can offer you

Salary €16.12 an hour

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 40 Hours

12 hour shift

Day shift

Night shift

Weekend availability

Licence/Certification: Driving Licence Class B desirable

FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare (required)

Applicants must be legally entitled to work within Ireland and the EU.

Work Location: In person

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Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]