Home Care Support Worker (Local Homecare Services Ltd)

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and mobility support.
• Travel to and from clients’ homes to deliver care and support services.
• Support clients during mealtimes, ensuring appropriate nutrition and hydration.
• Build positive relationships with clients and their families, offering emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate care records and report any changes in a client’s condition to the nursing team promptly.
• Deliver consistently high standards of emotional, social, and personal care.

Job Details

• Location: Nationwide
• Job Title: Home Care Support Worker
• Hours: 39 hours per week
• Number of Positions: 5
• Salary: €32,691 per annum (approx. €628.67 per week / €16.12 per hour based on 39 hours)

Requirements

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support (or equivalent), or an applicable QQI Level 7 qualification.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Home Care Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant or in a similar role (e.g., Care Skills, Care of the Older Person) preferred.
• A valid driving licence (Irish/EEA or international) is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to care.
• Physical stamina to carry out required duties.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Managerial)

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum Experience: 1 year
• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 (including Leaving Certificate / LCA / LCVP) or Equivalent

Ability Skills: Hospitality, Manual Handling, Personal/Social Care

Competency Skills: Flexibility, Time Management, Ability to work on own initiative