Health Care Assistant

Description:

Do you have the vision and passion to work in a Supported Self-Directed Living Community Service?

We are currently looking for Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to assist the people we support in all aspects of daily living in line with the needs, will and preference of the individual and as outlined in an agreed care plan.

The HCA must be flexible in their approach to service provision and should have the ability to work as a member of a team.



Qualifications required

A certificate in Healthcare Support at QQI Level 5 (all 8 modules completed)

Experience and skills required:


 

• Experience in supporting individuals to live a good life
• Basic hygiene and infection control knowledge
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to ensure a safe working environment
• Ability to work both on own initiative and as part of a team
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and report writing