We are growing our care team in Kilbarry Care Centre and inviting applications for the position of full-time and part time Healthcare Assistants.Candidates must have flexibility in their availability and must be available to work day and nights.Purpose of the RoleThe Care Assistant works as a member of a team delivering care to the residents via the Named Nurse concept. As such a team member, the Care Assistant contributes to the fulfilment of Mowlam Healthcare's philosophy of care.What does this role entail?Supporting the nursing staff and team in delivering quality person-centred care to meet the needs of residentsGetting to know residents' interests and needs providing attention, support and companionshipPromoting the mobility of residents, supervising and assisting as necessary to ensure optimum mobility is maintained and improved where possibleEnabling and assisting residents to maintain their personal appearance /hygiene needs whilst always maintaining their dignityEnabling and assisting residents to eat/drink and achieve physical comfortParticipating, organising and carrying out social activitiesSustaining high level of communication between resident's family and staff developing good relationshipsAssisting in the upkeep of high standards of cleanliness in the homeContributing to the maintenance of Health and Safety in the homeAny other duties deemed necessary by Nurse in Charge and management.What are the qualifications/skills needed?FETAC/QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare in relevant modules or equivant (in progress/completed)Experience working in a healthcare environment (with a good knowledge of HIQA standards) preferableExcellent communication skillsCan work independently or part of a teamAbility to maintain a positive approach in a sometimes-challenging environmentFluent level of English both written and oralAll posts are subject to satisfactory references, medical and Garda vetting.What do we offer?Guaranteed hours contractsPremium Sunday ratePaid BreaksDouble time on bank holidaysEmployee Referral SchemeRetail DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeDeath in Service benefitComprehensive induction training and continued in-house training/professional developmentOpportunities for career progressionPaid trainingsRecognition ProgrammeINDHCANoteThis job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role and the range of duties, it does not attempt to detail every activity. Given the nature of the work, it must be stressed that maximum flexibility is required to work in the nursing home. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder periodically by the Home Manager.