Family carers play a vital role in supporting loved ones with physical or intellectual disabilities, frail older people, those with palliative care needs or those living with chronic illnesses or addiction.
Job Description
As a Home Care Worker, you will be responsible for providing person-centred care to individuals in their own homes. This includes assisting with daily living tasks, promoting independence, and enhancing the overall quality of life for our clients.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* A minimum of 1 year's paid experience in a similar caring role
* QQI Level 5 Healthcare Modules: Care Skills and Care of the Older Person
* Full driving licence and use of your own car
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a calm, polite, and professional demeanor when interacting with clients and their families.
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and career development, including:
* Hourly rate of €14.70
* Half hour and premium rates for Sundays and Bank Holidays
* Mileage/Travel Time payment
* Annual Leave Entitlement: 8% of hours worked subject to a maximum of four working weeks per annum
* Paid Sick Leave/Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
* Employee Assistance Programme: access to a free and confidential programme for employees and family members
* Personal Retirement Savings Accounts (PRSA)
* Work Phone and email address
In addition to these benefits, we offer flexible rotas to match your availability, allowing you to balance your work and personal life effectively.