Role Title: Home Care Assistant
Reporting To: Home Support Manager
Location: Supporting Clients within their Homes & Communities
Part-Time Available Shifts:
- Evening Shifts (4pm - 9pm) with 2 Weekends in 4 (split shift - 8am - 1pm and 5pm - 9pm)
- Weekends Only (split shift - 8am - 1pm and 5pm - 9pm )
Criteria:
- QQI Level 5 certificates in Care of the Older Person and Care Skills required.
- Must reside in Ireland. Agree to Garda Vetting.
- Provide International Police Clearance (if abroad for 6+ weeks since age 16).
- Submit a Fitness to Work Certificate from GP before starting.
- Provide 2 professional references (1 from recent employer) and consent to CGI contacting them.
- Must be available to work Weekends & Bank Holidays (on rotation).
- Previous Home Care Assistant experience desirable though not essential.
We Support you By:
Competitive salary with premium evening/weekend rates. Company phone provided. Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Monthly & Annual HCA awards. Long service recognition and rewards. Regular refresher training. Paid shadowing and training.
Our Home Care Assistant Rates: (incremental with every year worked)
- Weekdays: €16 per hour
- Evenings: €18.90 - €20 per hour
- Saturday: €24 per hour
- Sundays: €32 per hour
About the Role:
At CareGivers Ireland (CGI), we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients by providing compassionate and high-quality home care services. We are currently seeking experienced and dedicated individuals to join our team as Home Care Assistants.
As a Home Care Assistant with CGI, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care and support to our clients, ensuring their dignity and respect are upheld at all times.
Our HCA's:
- Provide excellent care, support, and assistance to clients in their homes and communities, enabling them to lead independent lives.
- Offer a range of support in daily activities, including personal care, meal preparation, social engagement, and household support, in alignment with individualised care plans and CGI Policies and Procedures.
- Adhere to Infection Prevention and Control policies, training, and best practices.
- Prioritise the client's needs, ensuring their wishes and choices are central to the support provided.
- Maintain accurate client care records and other documentation as directed by CGI.
- Foster companionship and contribute to the social well-being of clients in line with their care plans.
- Ensure the safety and security of clients according to established policies.
- Uphold confidentiality and data protection standards.
- Communicate courteously and respectfully with clients, their families and other representatives and/or colleagues and management.
- Follow Health and Safety policies, report hazards, and take responsibility for personal Health and Safety.
- Comply with CGI's organisational policies and procedures, reporting concerns to the Line Manager.
- Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and training sessions as required.
- Perform any other duties as directed by the Line Manager or designate.
Submission Details:
If you are ready to contribute to enhancing the lives of others and meet the qualifications above, we invite you to join our team at CareGivers Ireland.
Apply now to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we care for.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From €16.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you currently live in Ireland?
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- QQI Level 5 Certificate -Care of the Older Person (required)
- QQI Level 5 Certificate - Care Skills (required)
Work authorisation:
- Ireland (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (required)
Work Location: In person
