Healthcare Assistant

Irish Wheelchair AssociationDublin€15.39 - €17.12 per hourPart-time

Overall Purpose of Job

-The purpose of the role is to enable the Members 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 Members.

Liaison

-There 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, required

· Minimum 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 confidentiality 

· Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English

· Access to your own car (essential).

· Willing to drive service user's vehicle (preferred)

Behaviours

· Person centred approach

· An ability to build strong relationships

· Strong customer service focus

· Flexible approach to work

· High level of confidentiality

Competencies

· Communicating and Influencing

· Motivating and Empowering

· Planning and Organising

· Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability

What we Offer

Salary range for this position is €15.39 – €17.12 per hour depending on experience

Before 8am and after 8pm - from €19.23 p/h

Sunday - from €23.00 p/h

Public Holidays - from €30.80 p/h

Paid inter-client mileage

Sick pay scheme

Maternity and paternity pay scheme

Excellent working conditions

Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked.

PRSA Pension scheme available

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Service

A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees

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