A private household seeks to employ a Home Care Assistant to provide personal and practical care to an elderly individual with a disability. The successful candidate will have experience supporting individuals with complex care needs and providing assistance in a respectful, professional and compassionate manner. Location: Clontarf, Dublin 3 Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: €32,691 per annum Duties and Responsibilities Assisting with personal care including washing, dressing and personal hygiene Providing assistance during the night when required Preparing daily meals and assisting with nutrition Escorting the individual to medical and other appointments General household duties including cleaning, laundry and upkeep of the home Caring for the household dog, including daily walks Providing companionship and emotional support Assisting with prescribed physiotherapy exercises Organising regular outings and weekly activities Maintaining a weekly care diary and progress updates for family members Skills, Qualifications and Experience Previous experience in a home care or care assistant role is required QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support or equivalent (completed or in progress) Willingness to complete any outstanding QQI modules within 12 months of commencement Good communication skills and ability to work independently A caring, patient and reliable approach to care