Healthcare Assistant
Gentle Hands Homecare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team in Cork City and surrounding areas including North Cork. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing essential care and support to client's within their own homes.
Responsibilities:
- Assist client's with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Provide assistance with mobility, including transferring and positioning client's as needed.
- Provide companionship to client's, promoting their comfort and well-being.
- Assist with meal preparation
- Assist with medication prompting
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
Requirements:
- QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support (or equivalent) qualification is required. Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a community or home care setting, is desirable. Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently while adhering to care plans and protocols.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards client's.
- Excellent teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Compliance with all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures.
Join our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of our client's. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience or email cork@gentlehands.ie. We look forward to welcoming you to our healthcare family at Gentle Hands Homecare.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From €14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexitime
Experience:
- Healthcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (required)
Work Location: On the road
Application deadline: 22/07/2025
Reference ID: HCA Cork