Overview
Be among the first applicants for a part-time Healthcare Assistant (Personal Assistant) role with the IWA At Home team in Kilbarrack, Dublin 5. The position is 20 hours per week, with potential for extra relief hours depending on availability. Availability to include weekday overnights and weekend hours – to be discussed at interview.
What We Offer
The current pay scale is subject to a 9.25% pay increase over the next 2 years (2025 up to October 2026), aligning with the WRC agreement for Section 39 organisations.
Salary range: €15.39 – €17.12 per hour depending on experience. Before 8am and after 8pm: €19.23 p/h. Sunday: €23.00 p/h. Public Holidays: €30.80 p/h.
Benefits include: Paid inter-client mileage, Sick pay scheme, Maternity and paternity pay scheme, excellent working conditions, holiday pay at 8% of hours worked, PRSA Pension scheme available, Bike to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, commitment to ongoing training and development.
Documentary evidence of relevant qualifications may be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
Overall Purpose of the Job
* The role enables Members to achieve maximum independence in daily living by providing assistance in one or more areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship.
* Role takes place in the homes and communities of Members.
Responsibilities
* Liaise and coordinate with other 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 Community Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification, with a commitment to complete the major award.
* Experience of working with people in a caring role (essential).
* Reliable, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality.
* Excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English.
* Full driving licence with access to own vehicle (essential).
* Willing to drive service user’s vehicle (essential).
Behaviours
* Person-centred approach
* 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.
Note: This description reflects the requirements and responsibilities of the role as currently understood and is subject to change.
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