Ranked 2nd in The Irish Independent “Ireland's Best Employer 2025” list, we invite applications from dedicated Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants) interested in joining our Children's Service team in Co. Cork, specifically in Banteer.
The position is part-time, 4 hours weekly, with shifts on weekends and bank holidays from 9:00am to 10:00am and 8:00pm to 9:00pm.
What We Offer
* Pay scale is subject to a 9.25% increase over the next 2 years (2025-2026), aligning with the recent WRC agreement for Section 39 organizations.
* Salary ranges from €15.39 – €17.12 per hour, depending on experience.
* Enhanced rates before 8am and after 8pm from €19.23 per hour.
* Sundays from €23.00 per hour.
* Public holidays from €30.80 per hour.
* Paid inter-client mileage, sick pay scheme, maternity and paternity pay schemes.
* Excellent working conditions, holiday pay at 8%, PRSA pension, Bike to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Service.
* Ongoing training and development.
Overall Purpose of Job
* Assist Members to achieve maximum independence in daily living, providing support in personal care, domestic tasks, social and educational activities, travel, and companionship.
* Work takes place in Members' homes and communities.
Liaison
* Coordinate with other carers and maintain communication with ALS Coordinator/Scheduling staff.
Training and Qualifications Required
* QQI Level 5 or higher in Childcare (preferred) or Healthcare with Human Growth and Development module.
* Experience in a caring role (essential).
* Experience with Acquired Brain Injury (desirable).
* Reliable, trustworthy, and confidentiality maintained.
* Excellent communication skills in English.
* Own car (preferred).
Behaviours
* Person-centred approach, relationship building, customer focus, flexibility, confidentiality.
Competencies
* Communicating and Influencing, Motivating and Empowering, Planning and Organising, Quality and Customer Focus, Accountability.
IWA encourages all qualified candidates to apply to promote diversity and inclusion. Evidence of qualifications will be required during the recruitment process.
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