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Kare Plan is a family owned company, we pride ourselves on having great communication between care and office staff members. Our Receptionist, Client Care Co‑ordinator, Client Care Managers, HR and Recruitment staff are always here to help, so our carers are comfortable knowing that we are available to answer any questions or concerns they have. We have ongoing activities throughout the year for all staff to participate, to build a better bond among work colleagues. At Kare Plan we love to motivate our employees by encouraging carer development, as we do internal hiring for roles such as Rapid Responder and office opportunities. We also provide state‑of‑the‑art training with tools such as our Age simulation suit and Geriatric patient care manikin to help carers understand how our clients might feel during daily tasks. We offer extensive training in Stoma and Catheter care, Dementia and Alzheimer’s care, patient moving and handling, and infection prevention control, ensuring our carers are fully confident and comfortable delivering the best care possible. Our mission is to provide the best training and support for all staff to ensure our clients feel we are more than a home care company – we are one big family who care!
Job Description & Benefits
* Competitive rate of pay – up to €19 per hour (paid fortnightly)
* Refer a friend scheme – up to €500 per referral
* Mileage allowance – fuel bonus package
* Free manual handling training for staff
* Flexible working hours
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Uniform & PPE provided
* Double pay on bank holidays
* Promotions available (Senior HCA, Rapid Response, Community Carer, Office opportunities)
Qualifications
* Completed care skills and care of the older person or QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent
* Driver’s licence & own transport
* Reliable, dedicated, diligent and trustworthy
* Fluent in English both verbally and written
Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality care and assistance to clients as per their Care Plan – personal care, toileting, meal preparation, moving & transferring, supervising medication
* Observe, listen and engage with clients
* Be punctual and manage time effectively
* Communicate with Kare Plan any changes or concerns related to client needs/care
* Adhere to Health & Safety regulations
Contract & Pay Details
Part‑time/flexible time contracts – carers can choose their own availability.
Trinee Rate (2 modules in QQI)
* Mon‑Fri €13.00
* Sat & Sun €14.00
* Paid travel time (taxable) €1.00 per hour visit (no payment for first and last call)
* Fuel bonus (non‑taxable) up to €175 per month
Qualified Rate (Full QQI)
* Mon‑Fri €14.75
* Sat & Sun €18.00
* Paid travel time (taxable) €1.00 per hour visit (no payment for first and last call)
* Fuel bonus (non‑taxable) up to €175 per month
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider – Hospitals
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