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Your journey, led by you, supported by us!
The Rehab Group’s home care, residential, respite and day activities in Ireland are provided by RehabCare.
RehabCare has grown into an extraordinary network of community-based, health and social care services now supporting more than 4,500 individuals across Ireland and is known nationally, as a trusted, high-quality and innovative service provider.
Across all RehabCare services, an individualised approach is taken to ensure that each person has a support service that not only meets their needs, but also enables them to progress on their individual journey, develop and become more independent over time. We want people to maximise their community presence and participation and live the lives they choose.
Why choose RehabCare to start your journey in Ireland?
Are you looking for a career opportunity in Care, one that will support your personal and professional development?
The extent and diversity of our service models offers you the very unique position to discover employment opportunities right across Ireland. Through our substantial portfolio, you will be presented with career development prospects that will help you to progress your future here in Ireland.
Job Duties and Responsibilities – Home Support Worker
- To provide a Home Care support service to the older person and/or to adults, young people and children with disabilities. The purpose of the role is to support and enable clients to live with respect and dignity within their own home and community.
- Assisting clients in all the essential Activities of Daily Living, enabling people to independently care for themselves as much as possible. These tasks may include assistance with dressing, personal hygiene, shopping and meal preparation.
- To be able to meet the full range of the required supports, including an awareness of good Infection, Protection and Control procedures and practice, applying practical skills in the delivery of care whilst responding to individual needs and choices.
- To maintain a safe and healthy environment, with an understanding of Safeguarding Vulnerable adults, demonstrating good observation skills in regard to individual and environmental risks.
- To enhance the quality of life for the clients and facilitate them to maintain and promote their independence within their home environment and within their community.
- To ensure appropriate and timely reporting in any changes to an individual’s health and wellbeing, following the agreed protocol and Code of conduct.
- To prompt clients in taking their medication as appropriate. This is not dispensing of medication.
- To adhere to all Rehab Policies and Procedures, at all times observing confidentiality and boundary management whilst respecting the privacy of the client.
Qualifications
- A relevant FETAC Healthcare qualification or equivalent is desirable
- On the job QQI Level 5 training provided (care skills and care of the older person)
Key Dimensions and Related Job Results
- To comply with health and safety legislation.
- To maintain a basic knowledge of first aid/personal care and to implement good hygiene practices.
- To ensure the privacy and confidentiality of service users at all times.
- Attendance at training as deemed appropriate by the management of the service.
- To promote and be actively involved in teamwork at all times.
- To liaise with families, the multidisciplinary team and other personnel as directed by the Community Services Manager.
- Reporting to the Home Support Co-odinator/Care Planner Manager.
- Participate in CareLink training programme & completed QQI level 5 Fetac modules: Care Skills and Care of the older person within the Induction period.
- Flexible with regard to working hours in order to meet the operational needs of the service.
What we offer
- Generous relocation package
- A competitive salary, with associated premiums (where applicable)
- Flexible working hours
- Comprehensive induction and training programme
- Paid sick leave
- Company Pension Scheme
- Paid maternity leave
- Paid paternity leave
- 27 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Bike to work scheme
- Taxsaver travel scheme
- Income Protection
- Employee Assistance Scheme
Must be eligible to work in Ireland
