We are seeking applications from committed and caring Healthcare - Homecare Assistants who are interested in joining us in the Cootehill, Cavan area:Candidates must have experience of working with children with disabilities.Ideally the candidate would need SNA/Childcare qualifications.The position on offer is 10 hour, part time roleAvailability every 2nd weekend is essentialWhat we Offer*The current pay scale is subject to an 8% salary rate increase in 2024, aligning with the recent WRC interim agreement aimed at enhancing pay adjustments within Section 39 organizations..Salary range for this position is €14.23 - €15.82 per hour depending on experiencePremium rates paid for unsociable hours.Before 8am and after 8pm - from €17.78 p/hSunday - from €21.34 p/hPublic Holidays - from €28.46 p/hInter-client mileage paidSick pay schemeExcellent working conditionsOngoing Training & development opportunitiesEmployee Assistance Programme.Overall Purpose of JobThe purpose of the role is to enable the Service User to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas; personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship..LiaisonThere are a number of key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Personal Assistants (PA's) as required and maintain close communication with the IWA@Home Coordinator..What we Require:SNA/Childcare qualification at QQI Level 5 (essential)Full Driving License and access to vehicle (essential)Experience in a caring environment preferable but not essentialUse of your own smart phone to check in and out of your visits is essentialAvailability to work every 2nd weekend (essential)Needs to live within 30 minutes of the above locations.BehavioursPerson centred approachKind and Caring attitudeAn ability to build strong relationshipsStrong customer service focusFlexible approach to workHigh level of confidentiality.CompetenciesCommunicating and InfluencingMotivating and EmpoweringPlanning and OrganisingQuality and Customer FocusAccountability.P194335121.IWA is committed to continuing to be an equal Opportunities employerDocumentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) may/will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.Apply for position nowFirst nameLast nameAddressCountryCurrent companyCurrent titleEmailPhoneResume / CViCloud files currently not availableCover letterDo you have QQI Level 5 or above in Childcare (preference) or QQI level 5 major award in Healthcare disciple to include Human Growth and Development module?YesNoWhat availability do you have - what days and hours can you work?Are you able to work the times as described in the job description? Please only apply if answer is yes.YesDo you have your own car?YesNoDo you have a Full Drivers Licence?YesNoAre you ok to provide personal care to service users?YesNoAre you eligible to work in Ireland? (If no, we are unable to sponsor working visas)YesNo Data Privacy StatementI have read, understand and accept the content of the Privacy Policy.Apply for position now© Irish Wheelchair Association 2024. Powered byThis website uses cookies to improve your web experience. By using this site, you agree to the use of cookies. .Manage cookies Accept cookiesChoose your cookie settingsDismissNecessary cookies These are required to enable core site functionalityStatistics cookies These allow us to analyze site usage so we can measure and improve performance
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