Full Time Health Care Assistant
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Job Description- 423023223877;-8.65331172943115;BEECH LODGE CARE FACILITY , Kilmallock Road , Bruree , Co. Limerick , V35 E868
Location: Kilmallock Road, Bruree, Limerick , V35E868
We are looking for Health Care Assistants to join our team.
Our Health Care Assistant works as a member of a team delivering care to the residents of our facility.
What will you need to do:Supporting the nursing staff and team in delivering quality person-centered care to meet the needs of residents; Getting to know residents’ interests and needs providing attention, support and companionship; Promoting the mobility of residents, supervising and assisting as necessary to ensure optimum mobility is maintained and improved where possible; Enabling and assisting residents to maintain their personal appearance /hygiene needs whilst always maintaining their dignity.; Enabling and assisting residents to eat/drink and achieve physical comfort; Participating, organizing and carrying out social activities; Sustaining high level of communication between resident’s family and staff developing good relationships; Assisting in the upkeep of high standards of cleanliness in the home; Contributing to the maintenance of Health and Safety in the home; Care for each resident like they are your own family; and
Any other duties deemed necessary by Nurse in Charge and management.
What are the qualifications/skills needed?FETAC/QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare (or equivalent) in all relevant modules; Experience working in a healthcare environment (with a good knowledge of HIQA standards) preferable; Excellent communication skills; Ability to maintain a positive approach in a sometimes-challenging environment; and
Good command of the English language - both written and oral.
Job Type: Full TimePay: €16.12/hour or €32,691 minimum annual remuneration
Hours: 39 hours per week
Benefits: On-site parking
Schedule: 12 hour shift
Day shiftNight shift
Weekend availability
Experience:Healthcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification: Level 5 in healthcare support (preferred)
Driving Licence (preferred)QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (preferred)
QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support (preferred)
Work Location: In person- Sector:
- Experienced [Non-Managerial]
Candidate Requirements
Essential- Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 1
- Ability Skills:Communications, Interpersonal Skills
- Competency Skills:Teamwork, Time Management
- Specialising In:manual handling, safeguarding