Ranked 1st on the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards 2023 Homecare / Assisted Living Provider Of The Year and the highest-ranking charity organisation on the Irish Independent “Best Employer” list 2023..Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) was founded in 1960 by a small group of wheelchair users committed to improving the lives of people with physical disabilities in Ireland and has since, gone on to become an important provider of quality services to people with limited mobility throughout the country.Today, our association is made up of a vibrant network of 20,000 members and 2,300 staff, as well as many dedicated volunteers. We advocate for the needs of people with physical disabilities and provide services and support to all our members in their homes and communities throughout Ireland every year.We would like to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our team in the below location in Co. Roscommon;Tulsk and surrounding areas.The position on offer is fixed term part time, 20 hours per week with potential for relief and more hours to build up your roster:..Availability Monday to Friday and every 2nd weekend essential..Overall Purpose of Job.The 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..Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Service Users..LiaisonThere are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff.Training and Qualifications, requiredMinimum of 5 modules completed of the Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award.Experience of working with people in a caring role (essential)Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentialityDemonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written EnglishAccess to your own car (essential)..BehavioursPerson centred approachAn ability to build strong relationshipsStrong customer service focusFlexible approach to workHigh level of confidentialityCompetenciesCommunicating and InfluencingMotivating and EmpoweringPlanning and OrganisingQuality and Customer Focus and Accountability
.What 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 experience.Premium rates paid for unsociable hours:.Before 8am an after 8 pm x 1.25Sunday x 1.5Public Holidays x 2.Paid inter-client mileageSick pay schemeMaternity and paternity pay schemeExcellent working conditionsHoliday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked.PRSA Pension scheme availableBike to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeA commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees.IWA is committed to continuing to be an equal Opportunities employer
.Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) 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 5 modules completed @ QQI Level 5 in Healthcare and working towards completing the full major award?What availability do you have - what days and hours can you work?Do 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)YesNoWhere did you hear about us? 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
Irish Wheelchair Association
