Health Care Assistant - Respite Services
Location: Waterford, County Waterford, Ireland
Company: Bitrecruit
Client / Employer: Occupop
Job posted: 29.05.2026
Job Information
Hours of work: Part Time (120 hours per 4 weeks / 30 hours per week)
Salary range: €34,536 - €47,954 (pro rata for part-time roles)
Benefits:
Company pension
Death-in-Service Benefit
Continuous Professional Development
Employee Assistance Programme
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Bike to Work Scheme
23 days holidays (pro rata)
Essential Requirements
Minimum of QQI Level 5 in Health Care/Social Care or similar qualification
1+ years' experience working as a Care Assistant (ID experience preferable)
Full Clean Manual Driver's Licence
Right to work in Ireland
Required Skills and Attributes
Confidentiality
Accountability
Ability to show leadership
Resilience and empathy
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Flexibility in work duties and working hours
Respect the dignity and privacy of service users
Strong planning and organisational skills
Knowledge of HIQA and New Directions standards
Sample Responsibilities of the Position
Organise and participate actively in recreational, educational and training programmes of service users
Foster, encourage and develop social skills of each service user
Implement Person Centred approach for each service user
Carry out risk assessments, implement care plans and conduct reviews
Support service users medication management
Provide a safe, supportive and empowering environment for service users
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