Healthcare Assistant- Co Clare

Bluebird Care Ireland; Clarecastle; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Ennis is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support clients in their daily living. Responsibilities include personal care, adhering to care plans, and maintaining positive client relationships. The ideal candidate must have QQI level 5 in Healthcare and be fluent in English. This role requires a driver's licence and own transport to visit client homes.

Qualifications

• Completion or progress of QQI level 5 in Healthcare with relevant modules.
• Clean Garda Vetting Cert and International Police Clearance Cert.
• Driver's licence and own transport, with knowledge of Google maps.
• Fluent in English, both verbally and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to clients.
• Follow client's care plan and support social interactions.
• Observe and maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate changes to office and report incidents.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Personal care provision

Communication

Time management

Companionship

Education

QQI level 5 in Healthcare

Job description

Description

Health Care Assistant

The purpose of this role is to support our clients with all aspects of their day-to-day living. You will provide care in the client's home and it is essential that all services are delivered in a safe, compassionate and caring manner.

Your duties

• Providing personal care, toileting, meal preparation, moving and transferring, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and high dependency care, supervising medication, light housework/basic shopping needs.
• Following client's Care Plan which is a guide that provides information on the individual character of services.
• Supporting social interactions and activities, providing companionship.
• Encouraging independence.
• To observe, listen, and engage with clients and maintain positive relationships with the client and the family.
• Be punctual and manage time effectively.
• Always observe confidentiality policy.
• Communicating with the office any changes or concerns in relation to Client needs/care.
• Reporting and record any incidents.
• Adhering to Health and Safety regulations.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Have QQI level 5 in Healthcare with relevant modules (or equivalent) completed or in progress.
• Have a clean Garda Vetting Cert and International Police Clearance Cert
• Willing to undergo a medical examination to provide medical fitness for work cert.
• Have a driver's licence and own transport and knowledge of using Google maps to find client's homes.
• Are fluent in English both verbally and written.

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