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Healthcare assistant

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA)
Healthcare
Posted: 29 January
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Ranked 1st on the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards 2023 Homecare / Assisted Living Provider Of The Year and the highest-ranking charity organisation on the Irish Independent "Best Employer" list 2023.We would like to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our team in the below location in North Kerry:LixnawThe position on offer is a part time, 18 hours per week, permanent contract.Required AvailabilityMonday- Friday (Afternoons Evenings)Overall Purpose of JobThe purpose of the role is to enable our members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship.Role takes place in the homes and communities of our members.LiaisonThere are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staffTraining And Qualifications, RequiredWhat we Require:QQI Level 5 in Health Care discipline to include Intellectual Disability module or equivalentFull Driving License and access to vehicle -essentialPrevious experience working with intellectual disabilities and epileptic seizures -desiredKind and Caring attitudePerson Centred approachUse of your own smart phone to check in and out of your visits is essentialBehavioursPerson centred approachAn ability to build strong relationshipsStrong customer service focusFlexible approach to workHigh level of confidentialityCompetenciesCommunicating and InfluencingMotivating and EmpoweringPlanning and OrganisingQuality and Customer Focus and AccountabilityWhat We OfferSalary range for this position is€16.21- €18.03 per hourdepending on experienceBefore 8am and after 8pm - from €20.26 p/hSunday - from €24.32 p/hPublic Holidays - from €32.42 p/hPaid inter-client mileageSick pay schemeMaternity and paternity pay schemeExcellent working conditionsHoliday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked.PRSA Pension scheme availableBike to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ServiceA commitment to the on-going training and development of all employeesDocumentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

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