Employer: Ennis Road Care Facility
Location: Ennis Road, Meelick, Co. Clare, V94 T276
We are looking for Health Care Assistants to join our team.
Our Health Care Assistant works as a member of a team delivering care to the residents of our facility.
What will you need to do:
Supporting the nursing staff and team in delivering quality person-centered care to meet the needs of residents;
Getting to know residents’ interests and needs providing attention, support and companionship;
Promoting the mobility of residents, supervising and assisting as necessary to ensure optimum mobility is maintained and improved where possible;
Enabling and assisting residents to maintain their personal appearance /hygiene needs whilst always maintaining their dignity.;
Enabling and assisting residents to eat/drink and achieve physical comfort;
Participating, organizing and carrying out social activities;
Sustaining high level of communication between resident’s family and staff developing good relationships;
Assisting in the upkeep of high standards of cleanliness in the home;
Contributing to the maintenance of Health and Safety in the home;
Care for each resident like they are your own family; and
Any other duties deemed necessary by Nurse in Charge and management.
What are the qualifications/skills needed?
FETAC/QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare (or equivalent) in all relevant modules;
Experience working in a healthcare environment (with a good knowledge of HIQA standards) preferable;
Excellent communication skills;
Ability to maintain a positive approach in a sometimes-challenging environment; and
Fluent level of English both written and oral.
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: €16.12 per hour depending on work experience, or €32,691 minimum annual remuneration
Hours: 39 hours per week
Benefits: On-site parking
Schedule:
12 hour shift
Day shift
Night shift
Weekend availability
Experience: Healthcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Level 5 in healthcare support (preferred)
Driving Licence (preferred)
QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (preferred)
QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €16.12 per hour
Expected hours: 39.0 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- what stamp/visa do you currently Hold
- do you reside in Limerick
Experience:
- Healthcare: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
