Healthcare Assistant - Connemara

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA); Galway; On-site; EUR 22,330 - 24,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay scheme

Maternity and paternity pay

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Service

Job summary

The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) seeks a Healthcare Assistant to provide personalized support to its members in their homes. This role involves aiding in personal care and daily living activities, ensuring members achieve maximum independence.

Position requires a QQI Level 5 qualification in Community Health Services and significant communication skills. Up to 20 hours of work per week, with availability on weekdays and weekends. Various employee benefits include salary rates based on hours worked.

Qualifications

• Reliable, trustworthy, and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience in a caring role is essential.
• Full driver's license and access to a car are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist members in personal care and daily living tasks.
• Coordinate with other home carers.
• Maintain communication with ALS Coordinator/scheduling staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Person-centred approach

Customer service focus

Flexible approach

Education

Major Award at QQI Level 5 in Community Health Services

Job description

What We Offer

• Salary range €16.21–€18.03 per hour, dependent on experience
• Before 8am and after 8pm – €20.26 p/h
• Sunday – €24.32 p/h
• Public holidays – €32.42 p/h
• Inter‑client mileage paid
• Sick pay scheme
• Maternity and paternity pay scheme
• Excellent working conditions
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• HSF and PRSA schemes available
• Employee Assistance Service

Job Details

• Position: Healthcare Assistant / Personal Assistant
• Locations: Maumeen, Rosmuc, Carna, Spiddal, Carraroe (Connemara, Co. Galway)
• Hours: Up to 20 hours per week, Fixed Term
• Availability: Weekdays and every second weekend

Overall Purpose of the Job

The purpose of the role is to enable our Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. The role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members.

Liaison

Key relationships include coordination with other identified Home carers and maintaining close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff.

Training and Qualifications

• Major Award at QQI Level 5 in Community Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support, or another relevant qualification, with a commitment to complete the Major Award
• Experience of working in a caring role (essential)
• Reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality
• Excellent communication skills in spoken and written English
• Full driver’s licence and access to your own car (essential)
• Willingness to drive the Member’s car

Behaviours

• Person‑centred approach
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Strong customer service focus
• Flexible approach to work
• High level of confidentiality

Competencies

• Communicating and Influencing
• Motivating and Empowering
• Planning and Organising
• Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability
• INDHCA

Documentary Evidence

Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

Equality and Diversity

IWA is committed to continuing to be an equal opportunities employer.