Home Care Assistant - Personal Care & Independence

Comfort Keepers; Tullamore; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free QQI Level 5 training

Full induction programme

Uniform provided

Garda vetting

Mileage reimbursement

24/7 on-call support

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Comfort Keepers is seeking compassionate carers to support clients to live independently at home across Ireland. You will deliver personal care, assist with meals, mobility and daily tasks, while maintaining dignity and privacy for clients.

Roles are available as Full Time or Part Time with mileage reimbursed and 24/7 support from local management. Training is provided, with progression opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• EU/EEA citizenship or unrestricted right to work in Ireland needed.
• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support is desirable; Support to complete it if not held.

Responsibilities

• Delivering personal care including mobility, dressing and continence care with dignity.
• Assisting with meals and light housekeeping.
• Providing medication prompts and maintaining accurate records.
• Travel between client visits within your local area.
• Observing client wellbeing and escalating concerns to local office management.
• Build a professional, trusted relationship with client and family.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy at all times.

Skills

Customer Service

Personal/Social Care

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support

Job description

Comfort Keepers is seeking compassionate carers to support clients to live independently at home across Ireland. You will deliver personal care, assist with meals, mobility and daily tasks, while maintaining dignity and privacy for clients.

Roles are available as Full Time or Part Time with mileage reimbursed and 24/7 support from local management. Training is provided, with progression opportunities within the company.