#JOB-2416339 - Home Support Worker
KOMFORT KARE, Unit 37, Block 4, Northwood Court, Dublin 9, D09 KN66
53.4017181396484;-6.26088809967041;KOMFORT KARE, Unit 37, Block 4, Northwood Court, Dublin 9, D09 KN66
Application Details
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Job Description
Job Title: Home Support Worker
Employer: FYC My Homecare Angles Ltd T/A Komfort Kare
Location: 37 Northwood Court, Block 4, Santry, Dublin 9, D09KN66 and Multiple locations within Leinster Region
Salary: €34,000 per year
Hours: 39 hours per week
Main Responsibilities
* To travel to the residence of clients who are having difficulty coping for a variety of reasons.
* To complete all services for that client, as specified in their individual care plan.
* To encourage and motivate clients to maintain their independence.
* To carry out personal and caring tasks as depicted in the care plan that would normally be carried out by the client or family member.
* To assist in maintaining a good level of personal hygiene for the client who may have difficulties in this area.
* To work and communicate with family, relatives, local authority social staff, Public Health Nurses/Community RGN RPN Nurses and other members of the primary care team.
* To use equipment (hoists, gloves etc.) following completion of required training provided by Komfort Kare, to assist clients in their independence.
* To prepare and cook meals in the client’s home.
* To assist with the laundering of client’s clothes and light domestic duties if necessary.
* To contact emergency services in cases of emergency.
* To document and report to the Coordinator/ Supervisor on the welfare of the client.
* To attend all study courses organised by Komfort Kare.
* To act in accordance with all KK operational policies and procedures.
Qualifications
* Minimum QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support (Care Skills & Care of the Elderly modules essential)
* Patient Manual Handling
* Safeguarding Training
* First Aid & CPR
* Children’s First (if working with children)
* Hand Hygiene & Infection Control (Covid-19)
Experience
Previous experience in a care setting (homecare, residential, or hospital) preferred.
Skills
* Genuine passion for helping others
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Reliability, flexibility, and empathy
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Other Requirements
Garda Vetting clearance required to start.
Right to work in Ireland.
Career Level
Experienced [Non-Managerial]
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