Healthcare Assistant

Wicklow Community Services; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Paid travel time

Flexible working hours

Paid induction and ongoing training

Uniform and equipment provided

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is looking for a compassionate Healthcare Assistant in Wicklow to provide support to patients in their homes. This role is part-time/full-time and requires knowledge of basic care techniques and good communication skills. Candidates should have QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or equivalent qualifications. Employee benefits include travel allowance, paid training, and flexible working hours. Must be based in East Wicklow.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic care techniques.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled care recipients.
• Access to own car and clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist care recipients with daily living activities.
• Help care recipients with mobility and transfers.
• Provide companionship and support.
• Assist with meal preparation.
• Monitor and report changes to the line manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Reliability

Ability to work flexible hours

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support

Care Skills and Care of the Older Person

Job description

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant

Job Type: Full-time/Part-time

Location: Wicklow Community Services

Must be Currently Based in Ireland to Apply For this Role

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team at Wicklow Community Services. The Healthcare Assistant will be responsible for providing quality care and support to our patients in their homes. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, be reliable, and have a passion for caring for others.

Please note that you must be based in East Wicklow. Wicklow Community Services covers areas including Ashford, Roundwood, Glendalough, Glenmalure, Rathdrum and Brittas Bay.

Unfortunately, we cannot offer visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist care recipients with activities of daily living, such as washing, dressing, and grooming.
• Help care recipients with mobility and transfers.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to care recipients.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Monitor, record and report any changes/issues to the line manager.
• Assist with medication prompt.
• Keep accurate records of care and activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for care recipients.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic care techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and patient-centred approach to care.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Ability to work alternative weekends and some evenings.
• Access to own car and clean driving licence

Qualifications Required

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support is preferable or a minimum of Care Skills and Care of the Older Person modules. Please note that this training is available through KWETB or online training.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled care recipients.

Employee Benefits

• Travel allowance
• Paid travel time
• Flexible working hours: full-time, part-time, evenings and weekends
• Paid induction training
• Paid shadowing with an experienced carer
• Paid Patient Moving and Handling training
• Paid ongoing training
• Uniform, jacket, shoes, ID and full PPE provided
• Out of hours on call support
• Bike to Work scheme
• Employee referral bonus of €250
• Carer app for mobile phones with live schedules and more
• Employee Assistance Programme

Wicklow Community Service is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.