Healthcare Assistants - Athlone, Co. Westmeath

Bluebird Care Ireland; Athlone and Bigmeadow; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebird Care Ireland is seeking empathetic and reliable individuals for Healthcare Assistant roles. You'll assist clients with daily living, providing compassionate care in their homes. Benefits include competitive pay, paid travel time, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid Travel time for journeys

€250 bonus for friend referrals

Flexible hours

Bi-weekly payment

Garda vetting at no cost

Opportunities for career growth

Assistance with QQI registration

24/7 nurse-led support

Employee Assistance Program

Bike to Work initiative

Loyalty Bonus

Qualifications

• Completion of QQI Care Skills and QQI Care of the Older Person or 1 year experience in healthcare.
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care, meal preparation, and assistance with daily living activities.
• Documenting and reporting any incidents and adhering to the client's Care Plan.
• Facilitating social interactions and promoting independence.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Dedication

Trustworthiness

Teamwork

Education

QQI Care Skills

QQI Care of the Older Person

Job description

Guided by Clinical Leads across 25 Irish offices, Bluebird Care has revolutionised Home Care delivery.

Our Clinical Lead offer exceptional support and training to Healthcare Assistants, significantly enhancing our Clients' lives. We seek empathetic, reliable candidates for Healthcare Assistant roles.

What our Healthcare Assistants say about us:

I appreciate the outstanding support and guidance from my Clinical Lead

Teamwork is essential, and it makes a noticeable difference to my clients

Locations: Athlone, Co. Westmeath and surrounding areas

Benefits:

Rate of pay from €13.50/hour

Paid Travel time for journeys from client to client

€250 bonus for friend referrals

Flexible hours available Monday to Sunday 8am to 10pm

Bi-weekly payment

Garda vetting at no cost

Opportunities for career growth

Assistance with QQI registration if needed

24/7 nurse-led support

Employee Assistance Program

Bike to Work initiative

Loyalty Bonus

The role's purpose is to assist our clients with all facets of their daily living. Care will be provided in the client's home, and it is crucial that all services are rendered in a manner that is safe, compassionate, and caring.

Duties include:

Providing personal care, toileting, meal preparation, moving and transferring, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and high-dependency care, prompting medication, and addressing light housework/basic shopping needs.

Adhering to the client's Care Plan, which outlines the individual nature of services.

Facilitating social interactions and activities, offering companionship.

Promoting independence.

Observing, listening to, and engaging with clients to foster positive relationships with them and their families.

Being punctual and managing time efficiently.

Upholding the confidentiality policy.

Communicating any changes or concerns regarding client needs/care to the office.

Documenting and reporting any incidents.

Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Completion of at least 2 modules: QQI Care Skills and QQI Care of the Older Person or a minimum of

one year's experience in a healthcare setting.

If applicable International Police Clearance Certificate.

Willingness to undergo a medical examination to obtain a medical fitness certificate for work.

Holding a full driver's license and owning transport.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Reliability, dedication, diligence, and trustworthiness. A good understanding of GDPR, especially its

importance in working with the elderly.

Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.

Eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-Time, Permanent

Pay: Rate of pay from €13.50 per hour