The main duties of the role include, but are not limited to:
39 hours per week. 12 hour shifts/ 8 hour shifts/6 hour shifts 8am to 8pm
8pm to 8am. 8 am to 2pm/ 2pm to 8pm
- Work at all times in ways which demonstrate an active understanding of the principles of the job as described above, and with appropriate guidance from senior staff.
- Be actively involved in the individuals care and support, helping to plan this, playing an important part in the continuing assessment and review of the individuals needs and progress.
- Give personal, emotional and practical support.
- Actively promote the individuals effective communication and interaction with others.
- Ensure at all times that information about individuals is treated with respect and confidentiality, when receiving information, giving it, storing it and retrieving it.
- Provide physical and personal care when needed , assisting individuals in any aspect of personal care for example bed making , personal laundry, use of the toilet, bathing, eating, drinking and assistance with taking medication.
- Assist individuals develop practical daily living skills.
- Contribute to the overall quality of the service delivery, by working closely with other members of the staff team, helping promote good practice, taking part in staff meetings, and contributing to meeting the objectives of the team.
- Take part in regular supervision meetings and in activities to meet agreed learning and development needs associated with the job.
- Report immediately any incident of a serious nature.
- Ensure that you do not in any way cause harassment or intimidation to another person.
- Ensure that you do not cause injury, either physical or emotional, to another person or party , through error or intention.
Suitable candidates must:
- FETAC/QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support including the Care of the Older Person module (preferred)
- Be caring, patient, empathetic and have a strong interest in care of the elderly.
- Experience in a similar working environment a distinct advantage.
Salary: €32691 per year
16.12 per hour
12/8/6 hour shifts
Work Remotely
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: €16.12 per hour
Experience:
- Healthcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support (preferred)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
