Healthcare Assistant- Dublin 4, Dublin 6/6W

Bluebird Care Ireland; Leinster; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Leinster is seeking Health Care Assistants to deliver personal care in clients' homes. Candidates must have or be open to completing QQI approved Level 5 Modules. The position offers competitive hourly rates and flexible working hours, as well as various employee benefits such as bonuses and paid mileage.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Sunday premium hourly rate

Fortnightly pay

Flexible working hours

Monthly travel pay bonus

Paid Mileage

Refer a friend bonus

Free Employee Assistance Program

Bike to work scheme

Opportunities for upskilling

Employee of the month awards

Social events

Qualifications

• Must be open to completion of QQI approved Level 5 Modules.
• Empathy and ability to demonstrate kindness are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client with Activities of Living.
• Provide a high standard of care in compliance with company policies.
• Oversee the client's care plan.

Skills

Excellent English

Experience in care

Flexibility to travel

Education

QQI approved Level 5 Modules in Care of the Older Person and Care Skills/Healthcare Support

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Health Care Assistant

Job Location: Bluebird Care (Dublin South)

Postcodes: Dublin 4, Dublin 6, Dublin 6W

Areas primarily include: Rathmines, Ranelagh, Donnybrook, Sandymount

Role

The Care Assistant's primary role is to deliver personal care and assistance to a client in his/her own home. Care Assistants are responsible for overseeing the client's care plan, performing the planned care duties and promoting client comfort, dignity and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client with Activities of Living
• Pay due care and attention to all aspects of care duties carried out on behalf of the client
• Provide a high standard of care in compliance with Bluebird Care Policies

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates from €14.30 - €17.30
• Sunday premium hourly rate
• Fortnightly pay
• Flexible working hours
• Monthly travel pay bonus
• Paid Mileage
• Refer a friend bonus of €250
• Free Employee Assistance Program with access to free counselling
• Bike to work scheme
• Opportunities for upskilling
• Employee of the month awards
• Social events

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Care Assistants must have obtained or be open to the completion of QQI approved Level 5 Modules Care of the Older Person and Care Skills/Healthcare Support as a minimum requirement.
• Excellent English
• Previous experience is preferable
• Flexibility to travel
• Driving License not essential but a bonus

Qualities

Essential qualities of a Care Assistant include empathy the ability to demonstrate kindness, compassion and patience.

Employment Type

• Part-time (20-25 Hours per week)
• Full Time (Up to 40hrs)
• Flexible working hours
• Uniform and supplies provided