Due to continued growth and expansion in the Longford area, Comfort Homecare is recruiting additional Health Care Assistants to support our team.
Driving is Essential
Competitive Rates: Starting at €15 per hour. Higher rate on Sundays. €10 for half-hour calls plus travel allowance of 41c per km. Additional benefits included.
Healthcare Assistant roles are available in both part-time and full-time capacities to help clients remain safely and happily in their own homes. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with a company that values its staff highly.
Benefits include:
* Fully funded QQI Level 5 and 6 qualifications
* In-house manual handling and patient-moving certification
* Carer of the Month bonus
* Refer a Friend bonus
The successful candidate must:
* Hold QQI Level 5 in Care Skills and Care of the Elderly
* Be reliable and dependable
* Have a full clean driver’s license and own vehicle
* Be flexible with a can-do attitude
* Be caring and kind, providing a person-centred approach
* Possess good communication and practical skills
* Have some experience and training (desirable)
* Be available for weekend and evening work
Responsibilities include:
* Providing high standards of emotional, social, and personal care
* Adhering to company policies
* Accurate record-keeping
* Participating in ongoing training and upskilling
* Implementing individual care plans
* Offering practical and emotional support professionally
Job Type: Part-time / Full-time
Part-time hours: 18-40 hours per week
Schedule:
* Day shifts
* Evening shifts
* Weekend availability
* Flexible hours
Experience:
* Minimum 1 year as HCA required
Licence/Certification:
* Certificate in Care Skills or Healthcare Support (desirable)
* Full clean driver’s license required
About Us:
Comfort Homecare is rapidly becoming the leading home support provider, delivering excellent care to the elderly and individuals with disabilities. Founded in 2021 by Dara Shortt, an experienced healthcare professional and Local Businesswoman of the Year '23, the company has grown to over 150 Care Assistants across the Midlands, Dublin, and Kildare. We are committed to "putting tenderness back into homecare" by providing person-centred care and maintaining dignity for all clients.
We offer a wide range of services and prioritize a well-trained, competent team working in a cohesive environment. Our training centre ensures our team exceeds expectations, providing peace of mind to clients and their families.
Our dedicated team works closely with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to develop detailed, individualised care plans tailored to each client’s needs.
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