Location
Ashbourne, Dunshaughlin, Ratoath
About Us
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
Employment Details
Position: Healthcare Assistant (Personal Assistant)Type: Part-time, 20 hours per weekAvailability: Weekdays and every 2nd weekendLocation: Ashbourne, Dunshaughlin, Ratoath
What We Offer
Salary range: €16.22 – €18.03 per hour, depending on experience
Before 8am and after 8pm: €20.27 per hour
Sunday: €24.33 per hour
Public holidays: €32.44 per hour
Paid inter-client mileage
Sick pay scheme
Maternity and paternity pay scheme
Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked
PRSA Pension scheme available
Bike to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Service
Commitment to ongoing training and development for all employees
Overall Purpose of Job
The purpose of the role is to enable the Members 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 Members.
Liaison
Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required.
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 driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential).
Willingness to drive service user's vehicle (preferred).
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.
Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
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