Residential Care Assistant: Flexible Shifts & Growth

Orchard Care; Carlow; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Income Protection

Bike to work scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Orchard Care is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support individuals with disabilities in Ireland. You will engage in daily activities, assist with care plans, and perform administration tasks within a dedicated team in Residential Services.

The role requires QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualifications, 1+ year experience, a full driving licence, and eligibility to work in Ireland. Rolling rosters include sleep-ins and waking nights, with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Relevant QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualifications or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar environment supporting adults or children with intellectual and physical disabilities.
• Knowledge of adults/children with complex needs.
• Full manual drivers licence is mandatory with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
• Eligible to live and work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the child/adults' activities and care as assigned by the Manager and as indicated in the person's integrated Care Plan ensuring the delivery of a high standard of care.
• Act as an advocate for the child/adult and family ensuring the provision of appropriate information and support.
• Develop social interaction for the people we support individually and in a group setting.
• Be aware of the uses, safety precautions and handling of equipment.
• Participate in all communication processes - team meetings/staff forums/emails.
• Ensure personal care is provided to the people we support when required.
• Maintain and uphold the organisations and the people we support's confidentiality at all times.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts to meet the needs of the service.

Skills

Care skills

Communication

Teamwork

Advocacy

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualification

Job description

Orchard Care is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support individuals with disabilities in Ireland. You will engage in daily activities, assist with care plans, and perform administration tasks within a dedicated team in Residential Services.

The role requires QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualifications, 1+ year experience, a full driving licence, and eligibility to work in Ireland. Rolling rosters include sleep-ins and waking nights, with flexible hours.