Relief Care Assistant - Elderly & Community Activities

SVP; Killorglin; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

SVP is a large, national voluntary organisation supporting volunteers and staff to assist people experiencing poverty and exclusion. The role is Relief Care Assistant in Killorglin Community Care Centre, serving adults and older persons with various services and activities.

The post focuses on delivering daily activities and personal care for clients, with a view to permanence subject to funding. Garda Vetting and references are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum FETAC Level 5 in Social Care/Social Science/Care Skills/Healthcare/Care of the Elderly or equivalent qualification is essential
• At least 1 year experience as a carer or in a similar role is essential
• Experience caring for the elderly or this age group in general

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a daily programme of activities for clients.
• Provide personal care to clients and support their physical, emotional and social development.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Rapport building

Independence

Confidentiality

Education

FETAC Level 5

Job description

SVP is a large, national voluntary organisation supporting volunteers and staff to assist people experiencing poverty and exclusion. The role is Relief Care Assistant in Killorglin Community Care Centre, serving adults and older persons with various services and activities.

The post focuses on delivering daily activities and personal care for clients, with a view to permanence subject to funding. Garda Vetting and references are required.