Respite Care Assistant

Delta Centre CLG; Carlow; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Bike to work Scheme

Bi-Weekly Salary

Planned set annual leave

Continuous Professional Development

Job summary

Delta Centre CLG in Ireland is seeking a Care Assistant to support adults with intellectual disabilities and autism in a respite setting. You will deliver high‑quality, person‑centred supports and help individuals achieve personal goals, independence, and meaningful daily activities.

Role requires empathy, patience, and the ability to follow care plans and protocols. A FETAC Level 5 qualification and health‑care experience are essential; driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• FETAC Level 5 Health Care qualification is required.
• Experience in health care is essential.
• Knowledge of The National Standards for Adults with Disabilities.
• Full Clean Driving Licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate empathy towards service users.
• Know each service user and observe their needs.
• Respond to cues in behavior and follow care plans.
• Be patient and consistent in care delivery.
• Review and implement Care Plans and Person‑Centered Plans.
• Review care protocols regularly for each service user.
• Facilitate needs through appropriate communication systems.
• Help individuals reach maximum independence and development.
• Establish trust through consistent care.
• Adhere to Delta Centres Policies and guidelines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Highly motivated

Excellent record-keeping

Positive relationships

Flexible and adaptable

24/7 shift experience

Education

FETAC Level 5 Health Care

Job description

Purpose of the Role:

Due to the continued expansion of our Adult Respite Service, we are seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and compassionate Care Assistants to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to support adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism in a person-centred service that promotes independence, inclusion, choice, and quality of life.

Purpose of the Role:

Due to the continued expansion of our Adult Respite Service, we are seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and compassionate Care Assistants to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to support adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism in a person-centred service that promotes independence, inclusion, choice, and quality of life.

As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality supports within a respite setting, empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals while enjoying meaningful and enriching experiences.

The Care Assistant, in co-operation with Management, will be responsible for ensuring that the person/s we support have good, high quality, safe, meaningful, and inclusive lives.

• Demonstrate empathy towards Service user:
• Get to know each Service user in your care.
• Pay attention to each Service user in your care.
• Pay Attention to 'cues' in their behavior-read them and follow behaviour support plans where relevant.
• Be patient
• Review and put into practice the details of Care Plans and Person-Centered Plans for each Service user.
• Review, regularly, all protocols of care for each Service user in your care.
• Understand and facilitate Service user needs through the use of appropriate communication systems.
• Assist each individual in reaching the maximum potential in independence, communication, and personal development.
• Establish trust relationships through consistency of care.
• Adhere to all Delta Centers Policies, Procedures, Employee Handbook and working practices.

Personal Profile:

Education & Training:

• A FETAC Level 5 qualification in Health Care is a requirement for this position.

Experience:

• Experience in the field of health care is essential.
• Proven competence in the care and support of adults with intellectual disabilities and a genuine interest in this area is required.

Knowledge & Skills:

• A sound knowledge and proven ability to interpret and apply legislation such as The National Standards for Adults with Disabilities.
• Applicants must have excellent communication skills and be highly motivated.
• Excellent record-keeping skills are required.
• Proven ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Flexible and adaptable nature
• Shift work over 24/7.
• Includes waking night duty

Desired Quality:

• A Full Clean Driving Licence

Benefits

• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Working hours over a 6 day roster involving shift work
• Continuous Professional Development
• Bike to work Scheme
• Bi-Weekly Salary
• Planned set annual leave