JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Health Care Assistant
Reports To: Health Care Supervisor / Branch Manager
Location: Co.
Dubin, Ireland
Job Type: Full-Time and Part-time
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The role of a Health Care Assistant is to support the Customer to live happily and safely at home.
This may involve assisting them with personal care, such as showering or bathing, assisting with dressing, assisting with incontinence care, assisting with meal preparation and light housekeeping.
Responsibilities
Practice and maintain the most recent protocol in relation to safety procedures, such as Person Moving and Handling
Report any concerns in relation to the Customer, or colleagues if they are not working within safe boundaries to your manager
Report any safeguarding incidents or what you may think is safeguarding to your manager
Document accurately and factually in the daily logs, all tasks completed with the Customer for each shift
Always maintain confidentiality
Attend any training scheduled for you by InisCare & Work within safe and professional boundaries
Ensure each task performed with the Customer (medication prompt, personal care, meal preparation, etc) is completed with dignity and respect for the Customer
Encourage autonomy and decision making
Talk with the Customer throughout the shift, regardless of their verbal and cognitive ability, ensuring that all conversations are within a professional context
Attend shifts as scheduled and contact the office in a timely manner if you are unable to attend a shift or are late.
Do not phone the customer directly.
Qualifications
QQI Level 5 Health care Award or equivalent
Additional Training Requirements
Children's First – HSE LAND
Safeguarding – HSE LAND
Dementia Training – HSE LAND
GDPR Training – HSE LAND
AMRIC Basics of Infection Prevention and Control – HSE LAND
AMRIC Hand Hygiene – HSE LAND
Putting on and taking o PPE in Community Healthcare- HSE LAND
Skills
Basic patient care: bathing, dressing, feeding
Assisting with mobility and exercise
Effective verbal and written communication & Active listening
Following instructions and protocols
Providing companionship and emotional support
Familiarity with healthcare equipment and devices
Time management and task prioritization
Competencies
Empathy and compassion
Understanding and responding to emotional needs
Effective teamwork within a healthcare team
Supporting colleagues and positive team environment
Adaptability to changing needs and environments
Willingness to learn new skills and procedures
Attention to detail in observing and reporting
Physical stamina for demanding tasks
Reliability, punctuality and Professional appearance and demeanour
Ethical standards and confidentiality adherence
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Experience
One-year paid experience or prior experience is not required if you have your QQI Level 5
Benefits
Competitive hourly rate from €***** up to €***** (depending on experience)
Mileage reimbursement between client visits for driver and walker
Refer-a-Friend Program – €****** per referral
Bike-to-work scheme
Mentor program
Career Progression Plan and guidance
Welcoming Bonus €******
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected.
We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or membership of the Traveller community.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are dedicated to promoting equality and preventing discrimination in our workplace.
In line with the Employment Equality Acts *********, we ensure that our recruitment, selection, training, and promotion processes are based solely on the abilities and merits of the candidates and employees.
We strive to provide a work environment free from harassment and discrimination, and we support equal opportunities in all aspects of employment.
How to Apply
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