Location: CareBright Community, Bruff, Co Limerick
Type: Fulltime
Hours: 3 or 4 x12 hr shifts (36 -48 hours over 7 days)
Salary: €32,691 per annum based on a 39-hour working week, which equates to €16.12 per hour.
We are operating a household model of care providing care based on the Butterfly approach for 18 people living in three homes,6 people living in each home. All residents are living with dementia.
Are you a compassionate and outgoing individual with a passion for making a difference in the lives of others? Join our small household model of care where we prioritise wellbeing, engagement, and personalised care for residents living with dementia.
What We Offer:
- Industry leading Butterfly Care training and way of working
- Full training and ongoing support
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid Training & Development
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of people in your community
What You’ll Do
- Build meaningful relationships with residents, promoting trust and understanding.
- Assist with personal care, mobility, and medication support as needed.
- Lead or support activities that encourage resident engagement, such as social events, hobbies, or exercise sessions.
- Monitor and report on resident wellbeing, communicating effectively with the care team.
- Create a warm, homelike atmosphere by going above and beyond to ensure residents feel valued and happy.
About You
You are an enthusiastic and empathetic person who loves connecting with others. You will also need:
- To be working towards your QQI Level 5 major award in Healthcare Support (and have completed Care Skills and Care of the Older Person Modules).
- Be available to work days/ nights/ weekends
- Some previous experience as a HCA
- Some experience working with people living with dementia preferable.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A proactive, compassionate approach, always putting residents’ wellbeing and engagement first.
Ready to bring joy and care into the lives of our residents? Apply today to join CareBright Community in Bruff and be part of a progressive care team.
About Us
At CareBright we believe that every resident deserves to live with dignity, joy, and purpose. Our innovative approach creates a welcoming community where residents thrive through meaningful connections and tailored care.
Your Role
As a Residential Healthcare Assistant (HCA), you will be at the heart of our care philosophy. You’ll not only assist residents with daily living activities but also ensure their emotional and social needs are met through engaging interactions and creative activities.
CareBright is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds but would request that you only apply if you reside in or can easily commute to Bruff, Co Limerick (bus routes will not service the shift times required).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to €16.80 per hour
Expected hours: 39.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience with caring for people living with dementia? If yes, how much?
- Do you hold a QQI Level 5 healthcare modules (or equivalent)?
- Do you have your own transport / live within a commutable distance of Bruff? Please note that public transport will not get you to Bruff Village from Limerick on time for shifts starts or finishes.
Work Location: In person
