We are seeking compassionate and skilled Home Care Workers to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of older people and their families in your community.
Job Summary
Family Carers Ireland is a national charity providing high-quality home care services to those in need. Our team of dedicated professionals delivers person-centred, tailored care that responds to the changing needs of our service users.
As a Home Care Worker, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive support to individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities, frail older people, and those living with chronic illnesses or addiction.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Full, clean driver licence and use of your own car
* Excellent communication and people skills
* Calm, polite, and professional demeanor while maintaining confidentiality
* Kind and caring nature
* Reliable and trustworthy individual committed to providing quality person-centred care
The following qualifications are preferred but not essential:
* QQI Level 5 Care Skills
* QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person
* QQI Level 5 Full Healthcare Award including above modules
Benefits
* Hourly Rate: €14.70
* Half hour and premium rates for Sundays and Bank Holidays paid
* Mileage/Travel Time: 30c per kilometre + fortnightly travel time payment
* Annual Leave Entitlement: 8% of hours worked subject to maximum of four working weeks per annum
* Paid Sick Leave/Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave: All leave subject to specific criteria
* Employee Assistance Programme: Access to a free and confidential EAP for employees and family members
* Personal Retirement Savings Accounts (PRSA): Access available through our pension provider
* Work Phone and Email: We provide all staff with their own work phone and email address
* Employee Discount Scheme: Access to offers/discounts
Others
Our organization prioritizes employee satisfaction and provides ongoing support and training opportunities to ensure the success of our staff.