Job Summary
As a Healthcare Assistant – Rapid Response, you'll provide urgent, hands‑on care to people in their own homes, supporting those who need immediate help, covering essential visits, and helping clients stay safe, comfortable and independent. This is a fast‑paced, community‑based role ideal for carers who are confident, compassionate, and ready to step in when it matters most.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Responsible for staff shadowing – ensuring health and safety policies and procedures.
Undertake emergency response – rapid response to fill new packages and discharges.
Evaluate and monitor the quality of care delivered to clients and report to the area manager with concerns.
Check and collect journal notes from clients' houses.
Deliver care plans, log sheets, and gloves to clients' homes when required.
Deliver PPE.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.
Qualifications & Experience
At least 1 year of homecare experience in Ireland.
2 core modules of QQI Level 5 in Health & Social Care (Care Skills and Care of the Older Person).
Working towards full QQI Level 5 in Health & Social Care.
Full driving licence with access to a car.
Good standard of English – spoken and written.
Available to work alternative weekends.
Desirable Attributes
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Empathic approach to people.
Highly organised.
Excellent time‑management skills.
Benefits & Perks
Sign‑on bonus: €200 after 3 months.
Paid mileage.
Fortnightly pay.
Employee recognition awards – Employee of the Month, Quarter, and Year.
Referral reward: €200 for successful referrals.
Free comprehensive training and support.
Garda vetting.
Cycle‑to‑Work scheme.
Well‑being package.
Career progression opportunities.
Local discounts.
QQI enrolment and support.
Location
Navan, County Meath, Ireland
Employer Commitment
Connected Health is an equal‑opportunities employer and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, good relations, respect for diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and the delivery of its services to clients.
Legal Statement
Connected Health welcome applications for all job roles from members of all communities.
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