Healthcare Assistant

Dublin
€32,691 per year
Permanent
Full-time

29 days ago

Who We AreShow moreHome Care, Nursing Care, Team Care. Whether you are looking for care or just general support at home, our team will find the solution that is right for you. We build our care around you. The Care Team was founded and managed by nurses who have worked in the community for a number of years. Our vision is to provide homecare with a unique collaboration of services. The care pathways we use are designed to be responsive to your needs. Having the right homecare service means you can live atDescriptionWho We AreShow moreHome Care, Nursing Care, Team Care. Whether you are looking for care or just general support at home, our team will find the solution that is right for you. We build our care around you. The Care Team was founded and managed by nurses who have worked in the community for a number of years. Our vision is to provide homecare with a unique collaboration of services. The care pathways we use are designed to be responsive to your needs. Having the right homecare service means you can live atDescriptionJob OverviewCare Assistants support individuals in the community by helping them maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life. This community-based role involves assisting people who experience difficulties with daily living activities. Service users may include vulnerable adults, older people, or individuals with physical or learning disabilities.The Care Assistant reports to the Client Service Manager and Client Supervisors and, ultimately, to the Company Directors.Main Purpose of the RoleTo work as part of a geographically assigned team of Healthcare Assistants under the direction of the Clinical Director, Client Service Manager, and Client Supervisors. The role involves delivering high-quality, person-centred care that enables service users to continue living independently at home with minimal reliance on others.The Care Assistant will promote a caring and respectful environment through high standards of professional practice that address the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual needs of service users. Care is delivered in accordance with agreed care plans, with ongoing contribution to the review and development of those plans.Key AccountabilitiesThe Care Assistant is responsible for the safe, professional delivery of personal and practical care in line with individual care plans and the HIQA Safer Better Healthcare Standards. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Assisting with personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, feeding, toileting, continence care, and mobility support
Providing home help services, including laundry, cooking, and cleaning, as outlined in the care plan
Supporting social engagement to maintain community and family involvement, including accompanying service users outside the home where agreed
Assisting with practical and financial tasks such as shopping and benefit collection
Escorting service users to medical or social appointments
Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to support and develop individual care plans
Maintaining accurate and timely Daily Journal records
Reporting changes in a service user’s condition or environment
Reporting concerns relating to abuse or suspected abuse in line with safeguarding procedures
Reporting complaints, incidents, or defective equipment promptly
Maintaining high standards of hygiene and adhering to infection prevention and control protocols

Qualifications and Experience Required

Minimum FETAC Level 5 / QQI qualification or a relevant healthcare discipline
At least 2 years’ experience in home care, nursing home care, or an acute healthcare setting
Experience in elderly care and/or supporting individuals with disabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (minimum English Level B1)
Full, clean Irish or EU driving licence

Employment Details

Full-time position: 39 hours per week
Competitive salary: €32,691 per annum

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