Home Care Support Worker (Care Assistant)

Job Summary and Locations

We are expanding our dedicated team to provide exceptional home care services across Finglas, Balbriggan, Malahide, Swords, Blanchardstown, and the greater Dublin area. This role involves delivering compassionate, person-centered care to service users within their homes.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities are essential.
• A dependable and caring disposition is required.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English at a high level is mandatory.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet varying shift demands.
• Preparedness to travel to different community locations for care delivery.
• Commitment to a person-centered care philosophy supporting the individual needs of clients.
• Capability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Availability for shift work across a 24/7 schedule.
• A minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health Support or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
• At least two core QQI Level 5 modules focused on Care Skills and Care of Older Persons are mandatory.
• Previous experience in homecare services is advantageous.
• Possession of a full driving license and access to a car is desirable.
• Applicants must have EU/EEA citizenship or unrestricted permission to work in Ireland; visa sponsorship is not available.

Compensation and Benefits

• Fortnightly salary payments.
• Guaranteed working hours.
• No deductions related to sickness absence.
• Recognition through Long Service Awards.
• Ongoing staff support and development.
• Free Garda vetting services for employees.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training provided at no cost.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership training programs.
• Bike to work scheme participation.
• Flexitime scheduling options.
• Employee Assistance Program availability.
• Referral bonuses including €200 joining fee awarded after six months of service.

Work Schedule

• Standard shifts of 8 hours.
• Daytime shift availability.
• Work during weekends and weekdays, including options for weekend-only shifts.
• Flexible time arrangements to accommodate employee needs.

Additional Information

• Preferred work locations include Dublin-West, Malahide, and Swords.
• Driving license possession is preferred.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland is a mandatory requirement.