Home Care Worker
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and supports and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers.
Our vision is an Ireland where people on the journey of dementia are valued and supported.
A national non‑profit organisation, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person centred, rights‑based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core.
The ASI is currently recruiting a Care Worker who will work for our North Kerry Home Care Service. The successful candidate will work in assigned family homes in North Kerry and surrounding areas, with offices based in Rosemary Day Centre, Baile Mhuire (Old Building) Balloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry V92 DA03.
Key Behaviours
* Patience
* Empathy
* Reliability
* Flexibility
* Enthusiasm
Job Details
* Permanent contract working 10 hours per week.
* Job Location: Kerry (North Kerry, offices based in Rosemary Day Centre, Baile Mhuire (Old Building), Balloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry V92 DA03).
* Reports to: Home Care Co‑ordinator.
* Full clean driving licence and access to a car essential.
* A QQI Level 5 is desirable. Confidence in using IT/Email is also desirable.
* The purpose of the role is to provide care to people with dementia and support that is person centred, addressing their needs to enhance their quality of life.
* To be successful in this position it is essential you possess previous experience of undertaking social and cognitive stimulation activities with people with dementia, older people or people with intellectual disabilities.
Principal Accountabilities
* Build up trusting relationships with clients and their carers so that they feel secure and welcome in the service.
* Assist the co‑ordinator of the service in the assessment and updating of care plans for each client.
* Carry out care plan activities.
* Provision of personal care if needed including help with meals, toileting, bathing etc.
* Ensure that observations are reported in a timely manner.
* Respect the rights, dignity and confidentiality of all clients.
* In consultation with the line manager, identify and develop activities to enhance the quality of care delivered.
* In consultation with the line manager assist clients and their carers in their dealings with other service providers in the community.
Service Administration
* Adhere to service provision, Heath and Safety policies and procedures set out by the Society.
* Assist in the maintenance of service records as directed by the Home Care Co‑ordinator.
* Assist in promoting a positive and safe environment and bring issues of concern to the Home Care Co‑ordinator's attention.
* Avail of training opportunities identified by the Home Care Co‑ordinator.
* Maintain routine contact with the Home Care Co‑ordinator. Attend team and one to one meetings with the Home Care Co‑ordinator to contribute to the on going development and enhancement of the service.
Knowledge (Education & Related Experience)
* Educated to Leaving Certificate or equivalent.
* FETAC level 5 desirable.
* Experience in health, social or disability care desirable.
Skills (Special Training Or Competence)
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Good organisational and observational skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Training in dementia, care of elderly or related area.
Key Relationships
* Internal: Colleagues in home care and care day, Driver, Volunteers, Line Manager, Regional Managers.
* External: Clients and carers, Other members of the community care team, Public Health Nurse.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up‑to‑date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role. Additionally, should you require further details regarding the job description, we invite you to contact us at the same email address.
Further information on the role is available on The Alzheimer Society of Ireland's website.
Closing date for applications is 5th February 2026.
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