Job Name:
Healthcare Assistants
Pay:
Up to €13.50/hour
Job Type:
Flexible hours available Monday to Sunday, 8am to 10pm
Location:
Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Guided by Clinical Leads across 25 Irish offices, Bluebird Care has revolutionised Home Care delivery.
Our Clinical Leads offer exceptional support and training to Healthcare Assistants, significantly enhancing our clients' lives. We seek empathetic, reliable candidates for Healthcare Assistant roles.
What Our Healthcare Assistants Say About Us
"I appreciate the outstanding support and guidance from my Clinical Lead"
"Teamwork is essential, and it makes a noticeable difference to my clients"
Locations:
Athlone, Co. Westmeath and surrounding areas
Benefits:
* Rate of pay from €13.50/hour
* Paid travel time for journeys between clients
* €250 bonus for friend referrals
* Flexible hours available Monday to Sunday, 8am to 10pm
* Bi-weekly payment
* Garda vetting at no cost
* Opportunities for career growth
* Assistance with QQI registration if needed
* 24/7 nurse-led support
* Employee Assistance Program
* Bike to Work initiative
* Loyalty Bonus
The role's purpose is to assist clients with all facets of their daily living, providing care in the client's home in a manner that is safe, compassionate, and caring.
Duties Include:
* Providing personal care, toileting, meal preparation, moving and transferring, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and high-dependency care, prompting medication, and addressing light housework/basic shopping needs.
* Adhering to the client's Care Plan, outlining personalized services.
* Facilitating social interactions and activities, offering companionship.
* Promoting independence.
* Engaging with clients and their families to foster positive relationships.
* Being punctual and managing time efficiently.
* Upholding confidentiality policies.
* Communicating changes or concerns regarding client care to the office.
* Documenting and reporting incidents.
* Complying with Health & Safety regulations.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
* Completion of at least 2 modules: QQI Care Skills and QQI Care of the Older Person, or at least one year's experience in healthcare.
* International Police Clearance Certificate, if applicable.
* Willingness to undergo a medical examination for a medical fitness certificate.
* Full driver's license and own transport.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Reliability, dedication, diligence, and trustworthiness.
* Good understanding of GDPR, especially in working with the elderly.
* Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
* Eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-Time, Permanent
Pay:
Rate of pay from €13.50 per hour
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