Homecare Supervisor - Kildare

Right at Home Ireland; South Dublin; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly fuel card

Shared pool vehicle for client visits

Job summary

Right at Home is seeking a Care Supervisor based in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. You will supervise Healthcare Assistants and visit clients in their homes while supporting office-based operations and care delivery across Kildare.

You will ensure high standards of care, maintain documentation and build strong relationships with clients and families, while promoting a person-centred approach to care.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 6 qualification in Healthcare or an equivalent.
• Previous experience in healthcare, ideally home care.
• Strong understanding of care standards, safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel to clients across Kildare and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments, care reviews and regular home visits.
• Carry out staff supervision, spot checks and competency assessments.
• Provide ongoing support, guidance and mentoring to Healthcare Assistants.
• Monitor the quality of care delivered and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and staff documentation.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, families and care teams.
• Identify and address concerns relating to care delivery, escalating matters where appropriate.
• Work closely with the Business Manager and office team to support the effective delivery of care services.
• Assist with the induction, training and ongoing development of Healthcare Assistants.
• Promote a person-centred approach to care at all times.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Independence

Supervision

Driving licence

Education

QQI Level 6 Healthcare

Job description

Care Supervisor – Kildare

Location: Newbridge, Co. Kildare
Salary: €34,000–€36,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Right at Home

Right at Home is an award-winning home care provider committed to improving the quality of life for those we serve.

We are currently recruiting an experienced and motivated Care Supervisor to join our team based in Newbridge, supporting the delivery of high-quality home care services to clients across Kildare and surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a healthcare professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional care, supporting care teams and making a positive difference in the lives of others.

The Role

As Care Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of care while providing ongoing guidance and support to our Healthcare Assistants.

The position involves a combination of office-based responsibilities and visits to clients in their homes, ensuring that care is delivered safely, effectively and in line with individual client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments, care reviews and regular home visits.
• Carry out staff supervision, spot checks and competency assessments.
• Provide ongoing support, guidance and mentoring to Healthcare Assistants.
• Monitor the quality of care delivered and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and staff documentation.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, families and care teams.
• Identify and address concerns relating to care delivery, escalating matters where appropriate.
• Work closely with the Business Manager and office team to support the effective delivery of care services.
• Assist with the induction, training and ongoing development of Healthcare Assistants.
• Promote a person-centred approach to care at all times.

Requirements

• QQI Level 6 qualification in Healthcare or a relevant equivalent.
• Previous experience working in healthcare, ideally within a home care setting.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is desirable.
• Strong understanding of care standards, safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel to clients across Kildare and surrounding areas.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of €34,000–€36,000 per annum.
• Weekly fuel card.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Supportive and experienced management team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to a shared pool vehicle for work-related client visits, including rural locations across Kildare and surrounding areas. The vehicle is available for business use only.

Why Join Right at Home?

At Right at Home, we believe that excellent care starts with supporting the people who deliver it.

You'll be joining a welcoming and dedicated team where your experience, ideas and contribution are valued. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our clients while supporting Healthcare Assistants to deliver the highest standards of care.

Company Values – Play Your PART

At Right at Home, our PART values – Personable, Accountable, Real and Thrive – guide everything we do.

Equal Opportunities & GDPR

Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to protecting applicants' personal information in accordance with GDPR and applicable data protection legislation.

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