Home Support Worker - Limerick

Comfort Keepers; Limerick; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

Free QQI qualifications

Free access to online training portal

Paid shadowing and support visits

Employee Assistance Programme

Monthly recognition opportunities

CK Annual Recognition Awards

Career progression opportunities

Upskilling and personal development

Job summary

Comfort Keepers in Limerick is expanding our team to provide in-home care for clients, focusing on support with daily activities and companionship. The role suits individuals who are passionate about helping others and can work in the evenings and weekends.

You will assist with personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, and encourage social engagement, while maintaining dignity and independence for clients in their own homes.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Make a positive difference and enhance clients' daily lives.
• Assist with personal care, meal prep, housekeeping.
• Support social interactions and activities while protecting against loneliness and isolation.

Skills

Communications

Personal/Social Care

Flexibility

Time Management

Education

No formal qualifications

Job description

COMFORT KEEPERS, Charlotte Hou, Charlotte's Quay, Limerick, Co. Limerick, V94 F8NP

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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.

Job Description

Comfort Keepers are expanding our team in Limerick.

Please note that this role is often referred to by alternative titles: Carer, Home Carer, Community Carer, Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, and more

We are looking for people who are passionate about supporting people at home.

Our benefits include:

• Free uniform
• Free QQI qualifications—Care of the Older Persons, Care Skills
• Free access to our online training portal with over 100 online courses
• Paid shadowing and support visits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Monthly recognition opportunities
• CK Annual Recognition Awards
• Career progression opportunities
• Upskilling and personal development opportunities

“The most rewarding part of being a member of the Comfort Keepers team is realising the impact that our service has on people.” – Comfort Keepers employee

Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in the English language—written and verbal
• Includes evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• Making a positive difference and enhancing our clients’ daily lives
• Supporting various tasks such as personal care, meal prep, housekeeping
• Supporting social interactions and activities, protecting against loneliness and isolation

GNIB? You may be eligible for sponsorship for this role.

• Sector: human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Entry Level

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 0
• Minimum Qualification: No Qualification

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Personal/Social Care
• Competency Skills: Flexibility, Time Management