Ranked 2nd in The Irish Independent “Ireland's Best Employer 2025” list, we would like to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our team in Youghal and surrounding areas.
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment
Youghal East Cork & Surround Areas
The position on offer is a part time, 25 hours per week, 1 year Fixed Term contract.
Required Availability:
Monday- Friday 9 to 5 and occasion Saturdays
Overall Purpose of Job
The purpose of the role is to enable our members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship.
Role takes place in the homes and communities of our members.
Liaison
There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff
Training and Qualifications, required
What we Require:
QQI level 5 (Major Award) Care Support or similar qualification in Social Care is essential.
QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are:
Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice)
Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support)
Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support)
Full clean drivers' licence is essential
Kind and Caring attitude
Person Centred approach
Use of your own smart phone to check in and out of your visits is essential
Behaviours
Person centred approach
An ability to build strong relationships
Strong customer service focus
Flexible approach to work
High level of confidentiality
Competencies
Communicating and Influencing
Motivating and Empowering
Planning and Organising
Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability
What we Offer
Salary range for this position is €16.21- €18.03 per hour depending on experience
Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.26 p/h
Sunday - from €24.32 p/h
Public Holidays - from €32.42 p/h
Paid inter-client mileage
Sick pay scheme
Maternity and paternity pay scheme
Excellent working conditions
Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked.
PRSA Pension scheme available
Bike to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Service
A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees
Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
Job compensation
€16.21 - €18.03 / hour
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