The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and supports and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their Carers.
Our vision is an Ireland where no one goes through dementia alone and where policies and services respond appropriately to the person with dementia and their Carers, at the times they need support.
A national non-profit organisation, the Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person centered, rights-based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their Carer at its core.
The ASI is currently recruiting a Care Worker who will work with our Clare Home Care Service. The successful candidate will work in assigned family homes with offices based in Cuan an Chlair Cahercalla, Ennis Co. Clare, V95 P9V9.
This is a permanent contract working 30 hours per week. Reporting to the Home Care Coordinator, Care Workers are responsible for providing person centred care to people with dementia, addressing their needs and enhancing their quality of life.
To be successful in this role you will need experience of working with people with dementia, older people or people with intellectual disabilities. FETAC level 5 qualification is desirable but not essential.
You will need good communication and organisational skills and be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
Salary will be commensurate with the care sector, and dependent on relevant experience.
Job Holder
Job Location: Clare
Reports to: Home Care Co-ordinator
The purpose of the role is to provide care to people with dementia and support that is person centred, addressing their needs to enhance their quality of life.
Principal Accountabilities
* Client Care Provision: Build up trusting relationships with clients and their carers so that they feel secure and welcome in the service.
* Assist the co-ordinator of the service in the assessment and updating of care plans for each client.
* Carry out care plan activities.
* Provision of personal care if needed including help with meals, toileting, bathing etc.
* Ensure that observations are reported in a timely manner.
* Respect the rights, dignity and confidentiality of all clients.
Job Holder Entry Requirements
Knowledge (Education & Related Experience): Educated to Leaving Certificate or equivalent, FETAC level 5 desirable, Experience in health, social or disability care desirable
Skills (Special Training Or Competence)
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Good organisational and observational skills
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Training in dementia, care of elderly or related area
Key Behaviours
* Patience
* Empathy
* Reliability
* Flexibility
* Enthusiasm
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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