What We Offer
* Competitive pay rates starting at €14.00 per hour (higher for qualified/experienced staff).
* Paid travel time and mileage allowance between client visits.
* Flexible work schedules – full-time, part-time, evenings, and weekends.
* A supportive, inclusive, and professional team environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality, person-centred care that respects client dignity and independence.
* Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, medication prompts, and mobility support.
* Support clients in social activities, community participation, and skill development.
* Encourage and empower individuals to achieve their personal goals and live fulfilling lives.
* Work collaboratively with families, nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes.
* Maintain accurate care records and progress reports, ensuring changes in client condition are communicated.
* Ensure compliance with Homecare Ireland standards, HSE guidelines, and all relevant regulations.
Who We're Looking For
* Minimum 1 year of experience in a care or support role (e.g., disability support, homecare, healthcare assistant, social care, residential care).
* A qualification in Social Care, Disability Studies, Healthcare, or a related field (QQI Level 5 Care Skills and Care of the Older Person essential, or willingness to work towards it).
* Experience supporting individuals with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities is highly desirable.
* Full, clean driving licence and access to a car preferred (not essential – we match carers locally where possible).
Role Overview
At Homecare Ireland, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred home support across Ireland. As a Disability Support Worker (Care Assistant / Healthcare Assistant), you will empower individuals with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities to live independently, safely, and with dignity in their own homes and communities.
You will deliver personal care, emotional support, and social engagement, while promoting independence and enhancing overall well-being. This is a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a real difference in people's lives.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: Up to €17.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free or subsidised travel
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Dublin City Centre, CO. Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Disability Care: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person