Rapid Response Home Care Assistant

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Leinster; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid mileage

Fortnightly pay

Free training

Garda vetting

Cycle to Work

Wellbeing package

Career progression

Local discounts

QQI courses

Job summary

Connected Health is seeking a Rapid Response Healthcare Assistant to deliver urgent, hands-on care to people in their own homes across Ireland. You will support immediate care packages, help ensure safety and independence, and work in a fast-moving environment that makes a real difference daily.

The role offers on-site work in Dundalk, Co. Louth, with a competitive annual salary, paid mileage, fortnightly pay, and a range of training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in home care in Ireland (1+ year).
• QQI Level 5 in Health & Social Care required.
• Full driving licence and access to a car are essential.
• Calm under pressure with good communication.
• Weekend flexibility and travel to clients.

Responsibilities

• Shadow staff and enforce Health & Safety policies.
• Rapid response and management of new packages and discharges.
• Monitor quality of care and report concerns to area manager.
• Collect journal notes from clients’ homes.
• Deliver Care Plans, log sheets, and PPE to clients’ homes.

Skills

Homecare experience

Driving license

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Compassion & empathy

Weekend flexibility

Education

QQI Level 5 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Connected Health is seeking a Rapid Response Healthcare Assistant to deliver urgent, hands-on care to people in their own homes across Ireland. You will support immediate care packages, help ensure safety and independence, and work in a fast-moving environment that makes a real difference daily.

The role offers on-site work in Dundalk, Co. Louth, with a competitive annual salary, paid mileage, fortnightly pay, and a range of training and progression opportunities.