* Postal Code D09KN66 and Multiple locations
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Job Description
Job Title: Home Support Worker
Employer: FYC My Homecare Angles Ltd T/A Komfort Kare
Location: 37 Northwood Court, Block 4, Santry, Dublin 9, D09KN66 and Multiple locations within Leinster Region.
Hours: 39 hours per week
Main Responsibilities:
· To travel to the residence of clients who are having difficulty coping for a variety of reasons.
· To complete all services for that client, as specified in their individual care plan.
· To encourage and motivate clients to maintain their independence.
· To carry out personal and caring tasks as depicted in the care plan that would normally be carried out by the client or family member.
· To assist in maintaining a good level of personal hygiene for the client who may have difficulties in this area.
· To work and communicate with family, relatives, local authority social staff, Public Health Nurses/ Community RGN RPN Nurses and other members of the primary care team.
· To use equipment (hoists, gloves etc.) following completion of required training provided by Komfort Kare, to assist clients in their independence.
· To prepare and cook meals in the client’s home.
· To assist with the laundering of client’s clothes and light domestic duties if necessary.
· To contact emergency services in cases of emergency.
· To document and report to the Coordinator/ Supervisor on the welfare of the client.
· To attend all study courses organised by Komfort Kare.
· To act in accordance with all KK operational policies and procedures.
Requirements:
Qualification:
- Minimum QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support (Care Skills & Care of the Elderly modules essential)
- Safeguarding Training
- First Aid & CPR
- Children’s First (if working with children)
- Hand Hygiene & Infection Control (Covid-19)
Experience:
- Previous experience in a care setting (homecare, residential, or hospital) preferred.
Skills:
- Genuine passion for helping others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliability, flexibility, and empathy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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