Healthcare assistant - rapid response

About the RoleAs a Healthcare Assistant – Rapid Response, you’ll provide urgent, hands‑on care to people in their own homes, supporting those who need immediate help, covering essential visits, and helping clients stay safe, comfortable and independent. This is a fast‑paced, community‑based role ideal for carers who are confident, compassionate, and ready to step in when it matters most.BenefitsSign On Bonus: Receive a €200 bonus after 3 months*Mileage: Paid mileageFortnightly Pay: Get paid fortnightly – no waiting around!Employee Recognition: Celebrated with awards – Employee of the Month, Quarter and YearRefer a Friend: Earn €200 for successful referralsFree Perks: Free comprehensive training and support, Garda vetting, Cycle to Work Scheme, Wellbeing package, career progression opportunities and local discountsQQI Courses: QQI enrolment and support*Qualifications & ExperienceAt least 1 year of home‑care experience in IrelandCompleted 2 core modules of QQI level 5 in Health & Social CareCare skills and care of the older personWorking towards full QQI level 5 in Health & Social CareDrivers licence: Hold a full driving licence with access to a carCommunication Skills: Good standard of English – both spoken and writtenFlexibility: Must be available to work alternative weekendsDesirable criteria:Excellent interpersonal skillsEmpathic approach to peopleHighly organisedExcellent time management skillsKey Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for staff shadowing – ensuring Health & Safety policies and procedures are followedUndertake emergency over‑runs – Rapid Response (filling new packages and discharges)Evaluate and monitor the quality of care delivered to clients and report to the area manager with concernsCheck and collect journal notes from clients’ housesDeliver Care Plans, log sheets, and gloves to clients’ homes when requiredDeliver PPEAdditional Duties: To undertake any other reasonable duties as required*Connected Health is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, good relations, respect for diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all members of all communities.
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