Healthcare Assistant - Killorglin Kerry

Irish Wheelchair Association; Killorglin; On-site; EUR 22,330 - 49,676; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PRSA Pension scheme

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Service

Sick pay scheme

Maternity and paternity pay

Holidays paid at 8% of hours worked

Job summary

The Irish Wheelchair Association is seeking part-time Home Support Workers to empower members to live independently at home and in their communities. The role covers personal care, domestic assistance, social support, and companionship, performed in members' homes and local settings.

Applicants must have QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support or equivalent Social Care qualification, a full clean driving licence, and the ability to use a smartphone to check visits.

Qualifications

• QQI level 5 (Major Award) in Healthcare Support or similar qualification in Social Care is essential
• Full clean drivers' licence is essential
• Use of your own smartphone to check in and out of visits is essential
• Kind and caring attitude

Responsibilities

• Assist members with personal care as needed
• Provide domestic assistance in the home
• Offer social and educational support, travel and companionship
• Liaise with Assisted Living Service Coordinator and Scheduling staff

Skills

Flexibility

Customer service focus

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Relationship building

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support (Major Award)

Social Care qualification or equivalent

Job description

Hours on Offer

The positions on offer is part-time (12 hours over 2 days Fixed Term)

Overall Purpose of Job

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

This role takes place in the homes and communities of our members.

Liaison

There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified home support staff as required and maintain close communication with the Assisted Living Service Coordinator and Scheduling staff.

Training and Qualifications

• QQI level 5 (Major Award) in Healthcare Support or similar qualification in Social Care is essential
• Full clean drivers' licence is essential
• Kind and Caring attitude
• Use of your own smart phone to check in and out of your visits is essential

Behaviours

• Person centred approach
• An 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, Customer Focus and Accountability

What we Offer

Salary range for this position is €16.21- €18.03 per hour depending on experience

Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.26 to €22.54 per hour

Sunday - from €24.32 to €27.05 per hour

Public Holidays - from €32.42 to €36.06 per hour

Yearly incremental salary scale (7 point scale)

Paid inter-client mileage

Sick pay scheme

Maternity and paternity pay scheme

Excellent working conditions

Holidays paid at a rate of 8% of hours worked.

PRSA Pension scheme available

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Service

A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees

IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment

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