Homemaker | Moorehall Lodge Drogheda, Dublin Road, Co. Louth
Role & Responsibilities:
* Greeting and welcoming all visitors to the House.
* Creating meaningful events and activities for the residents which are both planned and unplanned.
* Assisting with the planning of meals and mealtimes and organizing and serving the meals to the residents in the House in a person centred way, showing flexibility, awareness of individual needs/preferences and choice.
* Maintaining residents' fluid and food intake charts where necessary and keeping the Nurse/Carer Lead informed of same.
* Liaising with the House team/catering on any changes in the dietary requirements for residents and reports any changes in residents' eating patterns to the Nurse/Carer Lead in the House.
* Ensuring that the kitchenette is kept clean and tidy and running smoothly.
* Ensuring that cleaning tasks include washing the dishes, sweeping and washing the kitchen floors and the dining area after the residents have finished their meal.
* Ensuring that s/he is familiar with the Moorehall Lodge Policy on Food Safety and the associated House Rules and cleaning schedules and completes the relevant records.
* Ensuring that any other additional responsibilities as directed by the Director of Care and/or Person in Charge are carried out.
Essential Criteria's:
* Minimum of 3 modules in QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent personal care abilities
* Eligibility to work in Ireland
What we offer:
* Excellent pay rates
* Continuous Training and Development
* Career Advancement Opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Pension Auto Enrolment
* Referral Programme
* Free ongoing training and development
* Free on-site parking
* FREE Meals on Duty
* Bike To Work Scheme / Tax saver
* 25% discount at Stacks Pharmacies.
The essence of the Homemaker as the 'Mammy of the House' is to create a sense of home in the living and kitchenette areas. This is achieved by ensuring the living area and kitchenette has the look, feel, and aroma of a resident's home on a daily basis. The Homemaker is responsible for a range of areas not all happening on any one day. For example the Homemaker assists with meal preparation and housekeeping. S/he works with the house team and residents to create meaningful events and activities for the residents which are both planed and spontaneous. The Homemaker plays a key role in supervising and supporting the residents when they are in the dining/living area, positive engagement with residents and welcoming their families to their home.