We have vacancies for Healthcare Assistants in our nursing homes in the following locations: Mullingar, Co. Westmeath Multyfarnham, Co. Westmeath Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford Castlebar, Co. Mayo Monaghan, Co. Monaghan Galway, Co. Galway We are looking for caring, patient and reliable individuals with a genuine interest in working with the older person. You should be an excellent team player and be flexible and supportive to colleagues. Fluent English and a professional manner are required. Benefits: * Free mandatory and specialised training. * Bike to work scheme * Subsidised meals * Refer a friend scheme * Subsidised uniforms * On-site parking Relocation support is available subject to terms and conditions. Day and night duty is expected on a rotational basis, the same for weekends and bank holidays. Duties include: Deliver a high standard of holistic, person-centred care, promote the residents' independence, equality and dignity, carry out direct personal care, encourage and assist residents in recreational activities, observe care plans and alert nurses regarding changes, communicate with all residents and their family/friends. Requirements: Applicants must have a background in the healthcare sector or experience of looking after somebody vulnerable. A qualification similar/equivalent to QQI Level 5 Care Skills and Care of the Elderly is desirable but not essential (this can be facilitated once in employment). Fluent in English. If you have an interest in working with the elderly and vulnerable to enhance their lives, we would be delighted to hear from you. Join our team and make a difference.
