Mayo - Caregiver

Dovida Ireland; Castlebar; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care service provider in Castlebar is seeking caregivers to provide non-medical home care services. Responsibilities include supporting elderly adults and those living with disabilities, creating a positive living environment, and adapting to clients' needs. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills, adaptability, and experience in caregiving. QQI qualifications are a plus. This role is critical in ensuring clients can live independently at home.

Qualifications

• Ability to treat and care for clients with dignity and respect.
• Capable of adapting to various living environments.
• Excellent communication with clients and family members.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key member of clients’ Circle of Care.
• Document daily activities and report significant changes.
• Maintain a positive living environment for clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Positive attitude

Timekeeping

Education

QQI qualification in care

Job description

Overview

Caregiver Job Description

Dovida Caregivers provide a variety of non-medical home care services which support, empower and uplift people, and help them to remain living at home. As a Dovida caregiver, you’ll provide essential support to ageing adults and people living with disability in their own homes. These services are person-centred, tailored to clients’ requirements, and delivered on flexible schedules.

These services generally fall under three categories:

• Companionship
• Home Help
• Personal Care

Responsibilities

• Act as a key member of our clients’ Circle of Care.
• Document daily activities and report any significant changes or concerns in a client’s needs, living conditions, mental or emotional condition.
• Contribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client’s quality of life.
• Regularly communicate with your supervisor and office staff.
• Use equipment and supplies as necessary, safely and properly in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
• Report hours of work according to office policy.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Essential Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect.
• Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations.
• Ability to communicate with clients and family members in a friendly and congenial manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information.
• Requirement to run errands and provide incidental transportation for a client.
• Be consistently highly motivated and enthusiastic.
• Physically fit to carry out demands of the role. Ability to perform manual tasks.
• Ability to work a variety of care visit times, including overnights.
• Excellent time-keeping and attendance.

Desirable Experience, Skills And Qualifications

• QQI qualification in care or working towards it.
• Full driving licence with access to a vehicle.
• Previous experience as a Caregiver.