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Caregiver Job Description
Dovida Caregivers provide a variety of non-medical home care services which support, empower and uplift people, helping them to remain living at home. As a Dovida caregiver, you’ll provide essential support to ageing adults and people living with disabilities in their own homes. These services are person-centred, tailored to clients’ requirements, and delivered on flexible schedules.
These services generally fall under three categories:
* Companionship
* Home Help
* Personal Care
Companionship
Services that stimulate, encourage and assist an individual with their social needs, including:
* Providing companionship and conversation.
* Assisting with walking and stability.
* Preparing meals and cleaning up after.
* Medication and appointment reminders.
Home Help
Light housekeeping, errands, or incidental transportation, such as:
* Dusting, vacuuming, making beds, cleaning bathrooms and kitchens.
* Washing and ironing laundry.
* Running errands.
* Accompanying clients to appointments.
Personal Care
Assistance with activities of daily living, including:
* Bathing and showering.
* Dressing and grooming.
* Personal hygiene, toileting, and incontinence care.
Additional Responsibilities
* Act as a key member of the client’s Circle of Care.
* Document daily activities and report significant changes.
* Contribute to a positive living environment.
* Communicate regularly with supervisors.
* Use equipment and supplies safely and properly.
* Report hours worked as per policy.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills
Essential:
* Respectful and dignified treatment of clients.
* Ability to adapt to various environments.
* Friendly communication skills.
* Confidentiality.
* Ability to run errands and provide transportation.
* Motivated and enthusiastic attitude.
* Physical fitness for manual tasks.
* Flexibility for various care visit times, including overnights.
* Excellent time-keeping and attendance.
Desirable:
* QQI qualification in care or working towards it.
* Full driving license and access to a vehicle.
* Previous caregiving experience.
Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industry: Individual and Family Services
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Location
Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, Ireland
Application status: Active
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