Join our team as a Healthcare Assistant in Kildare!
No prior experience?
No problem!
We provide accredited QQI training alongside ongoing development opportunities to help you thrive in this rewarding role.
As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing essential support to individuals who require assistance with daily tasks, personal care, and maintaining their independence.
YOUR ROLE AS HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT: Daily Impact: Your role isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to positively influence someone's life every day.
Your compassion and dedication will empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives at home.
Essential Connection: For many of our clients, you may be the sole person they interact with.
Your presence and care are not just essential; they're a lifeline.
Dynamic Team: Join a dynamic team enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities throughout Ireland.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Compassion: A genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others.
Dedication: Commitment to providing vital support and care to those who need it most.
Team Spirit: A desire to be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and excellence.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN: Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a rapidly expanding company.
Fulfilment: Experience the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to the well-being of others.
Community: Join a supportive community of like-minded professionals who share your dedication to making a real difference.
Location(s) of work: Rathangan, Monasterevin, Naas & Kildare Town.
BENEFITS: Earn up to €20.00 per hour Paid Travel Time Very competitive mileage Sign up bonus €250* Refer-a-friend bonus €200* Flexible working hours Competitive hourly and 1/2 hourly rates Enhanced bank holiday rates Fortnightly pay Two FREE tunics per year Free comprehensive training and support Wellbeing package Opportunities for Career Progression QQI enrolment and support* Care Assistant of the Month scheme KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To undertake personal care and daily living tasks as agreed with the client, their family and the professionals involved with the individual service plan.
To work at all times within the policies and procedures of Connected Health Ltd or if required Next of Kin.
To provide clients with opportunities to express their preference as to the way tasks are carried out.
- To develop and maintain professional working relationships with clients and work colleagues from a wide variety of backgrounds.
To communicate regularly with the immediate supervisor, in particular regarding changes in the client's condition or circumstances.
To use the services on-call system in accordance with the service guidance.
To attend training including induction training, team meetings and individual supervision sessions as required.
To complete documentation, including client records and timesheets.
To comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
To participate in supervision, staff meetings and training activities as required.
To be responsible for maintaining and improving own knowledge and skills through experience and training.
To undertake additional responsibilities as requested by the Service Manager following the successful completion of specific training and personal skills development.
To undertake any other reasonable duties as required* ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Good standard of English - both spoken and written Caring and passionate One year of paid home care experience AND/OR: QQI Level 5 (Care Skills and Care of the Older Person) - we can help you achieve this Hold a full driving licence with access to a car Must be available to work alternative weekends ABOUT US At Connected Health, we don't just offer a job - we offer careers that are at the forefront of transforming the way homecare is delivered across Ireland.
We recognise that the individuals we employ are pivotal to driving this transformation within the sector.
That's why, at Connected Health, our mission is unwavering: to continually attract, recruit, and develop the finest homecare team.
Connected Health is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, good relations, respect for diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the delivery of its services to clients.
It is also committed to ensuring that the talents and resources of all its employees are utilised to the full. Connected Health welcome applications for all job roles from members of all communities.
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