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 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:

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CORK

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We have multiple exciting part time positions all throughout Cork, ranging between 10-15 hours a week with potential for relief and more hours to build up your roster, depending on your availability.

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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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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 (preferred)

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 (preferred).

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Behaviours

Person centred approach

An ability to build strong relationships

Strong customer service focus

Flexible approach to work

High level of confidentiality

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Competencies

Communicating and Influencing

Motivating and Empowering

Planning and Organising

Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability

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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

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 Programme

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

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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) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

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