Healthcare Assistant - Nationwide
Comfort Keepers are looking for Healthcare Assistants to join Ireland’s award-winning and leading care team in Carlow,Cavan,Clare,Cork,Dublin,Galway,Kildare,Kilkenny,Laois,Limerick,Longford,Louth,Meath,Monaghan,Offaly, Roscommon, Tipperary, Waterford, Westmeath, Wexford & Wicklow
At Comfort Keepers, we understand that we are currently entering a new working world. Our recruitment process prioritises your safety and ease-of-access. From your initial video interview to online training and the provision of full PPE when you start to work with us, we have everything covered to ensure a smooth and secure on boarding journey for you.
Please note that a driving licence and access to your own transport is advantageous for this role.
Benefits of working with Comfort Keepers:
Competitive Hourly Rates - €11.50 - €16.20
Fortnightly Payroll
Free QQI - Care Skills and Care of the older person
Recommend a Friend, €500 One4All Gift Voucher for every employee you refer that stays 6 months with the company
Staff Discounts including Health, Life and Car insurance
Flexible hours: We will design a work rota that meets your needs and availability. Access to our online training hub to keep up to date and upskill Career progression opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme (Offering free and confidential support such as financial advice and counselling services to you and your immediate family)
A great back office team in your area to help you. Oncall Support: 24/7 support from our on-call team. Full PPE equipment provided. Recognition throughout the year, Employee of Month and Employee of Year Awards.
Key Duties & Responsibilities as a Healthcare Assistant:
Making a positive difference to the elderly and most vulnerable by providing care in the community.
Helping people with their daily activities.
Assisting with personal care tasks like bathing and dressing or light housekeeping such as changing bed linen and laundry. The safeguarding of those we care for. Supporting social interactions and activities.
Protecting against loneliness and isolation in the community.
Requirements to work as a Healthcare Assistant:
Are caring, reliable, trustworthy, and kind. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills must have excellent English language skills both written and verbal.
Willing to or have completed/start QQI level 5 or equivalent. Support is very much available to all candidates who are looking to start their caring career.
Be able to provide 2 references.
