Healthcare Assistant - Gweedore

Ranked 2nd in The Irish Independent “Ireland's Best Employer 2025” list, we would like to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants)who are interested in joining our team in the below locations in Co.Donegal:

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Gweedore, Derrybeg, Loch an Iúir, Dungloe and surrounding areas

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The position on offer is permanent full-time (39 hours per week).

Availability required: Flexible, to be discussed at interview

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.

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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 (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 (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 €16.20 – €18.03 per hour depending on experience

Before 8am and after 8pm - Time and a quarter

Sunday - Time and a half

Public Holidays - Double time

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

IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and would encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

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