Overview
Ranked 2nd in The Irish Independent "Ireland's Best Employer ****" list, we would like to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our team in the following location in Kildare: Newbridge, Naas & Kildare Town.
The positions on offer are 30 hours a week.
Hours:
Monday-Sunday: 9am - 4pm; Monday-Friday: 6pm-10pm + Every 2nd Weekend
What we Offer
Salary range for this position is €***** – €***** per hour depending on experience
Before 8am and after 8pm - from €***** p/h
Sunday - from €***** p/h
Public Holidays - from €***** 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 the ongoing training and development of all employees
Overall Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the role is to enable the Service User 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 Service Users.
Responsibilities
Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff
Training and Qualifications, required
Full 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 Organising
Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and would encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
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