Athlone
The position on offer is 20 hours a week.
Full availability required Monday to Friday and every 2nd Weekend.
What We Offer
Salary range for this position is €16.22 – €18.03 per hour depending on experience.
Before 8am and after 8pm – from €20.27 p/h.
Sunday – from €24.33 p/h.
Public Holidays – from €32.44 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 Programme.
A commitment to ongoing training and development of all employees.
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
Minimum of 5 modules completed of the Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award.
Experience of working with people in a caring role (essential)
Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality
Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English
Full driver's licence and access to your own car (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 OrganisingQuality and Customer Focus and Accountability
Ranking and Awards
Ranked 1st on the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards 2023 Homecare / Assisted Living Provider Of The Year and the highest-ranking charity organisation on the Irish Independent “Best Employer” list 2023.
Diversity Statement
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and would encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Required Documentation
Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
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