Healthcare Assistant (Children's Services) - Donadea

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.
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We are seeking applications from committed and caring Healthcare assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our IWA at Home team, Children's service, in the below locations in Co.Kildare;

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Donadea, Co. Kildare

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The position on offer is part-time permanent, 2x 20 hours

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Overnights availability is required.

What we Offer

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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

Inter-client mileage paid

Sick pay scheme

Excellent working conditions

Ongoing Training & development opportunities

VHI, HSF and PRSA schemes available

Employee Assistance Programme

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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.

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Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members.

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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
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What we Require:

SNA QQI level 5 or Childcare QQI level 5 - essential

Full Driving License and access to vehicle - essential

Experience in a caring environment preferable but not essential

Kind and Caring attitude

Person Centred approach

Use of your own smart phone to check in and out of your visits is essential

Flexibility to work overnights availability - essential

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IWA is committed to continuing to be an equal Opportunities employer
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Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) may/will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.