Rapid Response Care Worker – Community

Care Connect Group; Cork; Remote; EUR 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Connect Group is seeking a Rapid Responder to provide urgent, person-centred care across community locations. You will respond quickly to referrals, support individuals after hospital discharge, and work with healthcare professionals and families to promote independence and safety in the home.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, nutrition, mobility and medication prompting where authorised, while maintaining accurate electronic care records and safeguarding procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and social care is essential.
• Proficiency with moving and handling standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, safe, and effective care.
• Follow Care Connect Group policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and GDPR compliance.
• Attend mandatory training and maintain professional competency.
• Participate in supervision, appraisals and team meetings.
• Report accidents, incidents, safeguarding concerns and near misses promptly.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Time management

Problem solving

Empathetic and respectful

Reliable and adaptable

Prioritise urgent situations

Observational skills

Team player

Education

Level 2/3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Tools

Electronic care recording systems

Job description

Care Connect Group is seeking a Rapid Responder to provide urgent, person-centred care across community locations. You will respond quickly to referrals, support individuals after hospital discharge, and work with healthcare professionals and families to promote independence and safety in the home.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, nutrition, mobility and medication prompting where authorised, while maintaining accurate electronic care records and safeguarding procedures.