Healthcare Assistants- Multiple Locations

THE WINDMILL GROUP; Askeaton; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking Healthcare Assistants for multiple locations in Ireland to support nursing staff and assist residents with their personal care and daily activities. Ideal candidates will have a Level 5 qualification and at least one year of experience, along with excellent communication skills. Guaranteed hours and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

Guaranteed hours contracts

Free Garda Vetting

Comprehensive training

Opportunities for career progression

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience required.
• Ability to maintain a positive approach.
• Excellent communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing staff in delivering quality care.
• Assist residents with daily activities and personal hygiene.
• Promote resident mobility and engage in social activities.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Positive approach

Good command of English

Education

Level 5 qualification

Job description

Healthcare Assistants- Multiple Locations

We are currently seeking Healthcare Assistants across our six Care Centres.

Locations

• Abbot Close Care Centre, Askeaton, Co Limerick
• Clarinbridge Care Centre, Craughwell, Co Galway
• Ferbane Care Centre, Ferbane, Co Offaly
• Killeline Care Centre, Newcastle West, Co Limerick
• Windmill House Care Centre, Churchtown, Mallow, Co Cork
• Willow Brooke Care Centre, College Road, Castleisland, Co Kerry
• Padre Pio Care Centre, Churchtown, Mallow, Co Cork

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Supporting the nursing staff and team in delivering quality person‑centered care to meet the needs of residents.
• Getting to know residents’ interests and needs providing attention, support, and companionship.
• Promoting the mobility of residents, supervising and assisting as necessary to ensure optimum mobility is maintained and improved where possible.
• Enabling and assisting residents to maintain their personal appearance/hygiene needs whilst always maintaining their dignity.
• Enabling and assisting residents to eat/drink and achieve physical comfort.
• Participating, organising, and carrying out social activities.
• Sustaining a high level of communication between resident’s family and staff developing good relationships.
• Assisting in the upkeep of high standards of cleanliness in the home.
• Contributing to the maintenance of Health and Safety in the home.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by the Nurse in Charge and management.

Qualifications / Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Can work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a positive approach.
• Good command of the English language – both written and oral.

What do we offer?

Guaranteed hours contracts

Free Garda Vetting

Comprehensive induction training and continued in‑house training/professional development

Opportunities for career progression

Free on‑site parking

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 1
• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied/Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Teamwork, Time Management
• Specialising In: healthcare