Trainee Dementia Care Assistant - Training & Flex Hours

WESTERN ALZHEIMERS; Roscommon; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

QQI Healthcare Training

Flexible hours

Home care experience

Job summary

WESTERN ALZHEIMERS in Athlone invites applications for a Trainee Dementia Healthcare Assistant. No prior experience is required as accredited training will support your career in a person-centred care setting.

Role covers care in the clients’ home across Athlone and Monksland, with QQI certified training. Flexible availability and a full clean driver’s licence are required; ~19.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• No experience required; accredited training provided.
• Duties include personal care, social engagement and meal support.
• Full clean drivers licence required for mobile care delivery.

Responsibilities

• Care for people with Alzheimer's/dementia in clients' homes.
• Provide supportive care and assist with daily activities.
• Engage clients to promote wellbeing and safety.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

QQI Healthcare Training

Job description

WESTERN ALZHEIMERS in Athlone invites applications for a Trainee Dementia Healthcare Assistant. No prior experience is required as accredited training will support your career in a person-centred care setting.

Role covers care in the clients’ home across Athlone and Monksland, with QQI certified training. Flexible availability and a full clean driver’s licence are required; ~19.5 hours per week.