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Join Our Team as Care Workers - Leitrim Location: Leitrim Daycare, St Patricks, Summerhill Contract: Permanent Hours: Part-time - 7 hours per week Apply to: More info: The ASI is currently recruiting for 2 * Care Workers for our Day Centre service in Leitrim Day Care, St Patricks Summerhill, Carrick on Shannon, Co Leitrim, who will report to the Day Centre Manager. This is a permanent contract working 7 hours per week. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and supports and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers. Our vision is an Ireland where people on the journey of dementia are valued and supported. A national non-profit organisation, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person centred, rights-based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core. The successful candidates will be responsible for providing person centred care to people with dementia in the Day Centre. You will need good communication and organizational skills and be able to work on your own initiative. To be successful in this position it is essential you possess previous experience of undertaking social and cognitive stimulation activities with people with dementia, older people or people with intellectual disabilities. Candidates in this area must have a full clean driving license and access to a car to be considered for this role. A FETAC level 5 is desirable. Confidence in using IT/Email is also desirable. We are offering a competitive salary commensurate with the care sector, and dependent on relevant experience. Further information on the role is available on The Alzheimer Society of Ireland's website Ready to Apply? If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and cover letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role. Closing date for applications is 16th July 2026. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Job Title: Care Worker Job Holder: Job Location: Leitrim Reports to: Day Centre Manager The purpose of the role is to provide to people with dementia care and support that is person centred, addressing their needs to enhance their quality of life. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Client Care Provision Build trusting relationships with clients and their carers so they feel secure and welcome in the service. Assist the centre manager of the service in the assessment and updating of care plans for each client. Carry out care plan activities. Bus duties Provision of personal care if needed including help with meals, toileting, bathing etc. Ensure that observations are reported in a timely manner. Respect the rights, dignity and confidentiality of all clients. Identify and develop activities to enhance the quality of care delivered. Promote teamwork by assisting and supporting other staff in their duties in the centre. Service Administration Adhere to service provision, Heath and Safety policies and procedures set out by The Society. Assist in the maintenance of records. Assist in promoting a positive and safe environment for both client and staff. Avail of training opportunities identified by the centre manager. Partake in staff meetings/team briefings and one to one meetings with the centre manager to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the service. Ensure the facilities are kept clean and in good condition and that the resources of the centre or client are used correctly. The principal accountabilities outline the main duties. However, in an organisation such as the Society, it is inevitable that tasks may arise which may not fall within the remit of the above list of main duties. Employees are therefore required to respond with a flexible approach when tasks arise which are not specifically covered in their job description. Should an additional responsibility become a regular part of an employee's job, the job description will be amended to reflect this. JOB HOLDER ENTRY REQUIRMENTS: Knowledge (Education & related experience): Educated to Leaving certificate or equivalent Experience in health, social or disability care FETAC Level 5 desirable Manual Handling desirable Confidence in using IT/Email desirable. Skills (Special training or competence): Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Good observational and organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Training in dementia, care of elderly or related area an advantage Key Behaviours: Patience Empathy Reliability Flexibility Enthusiasm KEY RELATIONSHIPS Internal Colleagues in home care and care day Driver Volunteers Line manager Operations Managers External Clients and carers Other members of the community care team Public Health Nurse
Job Info:
- Company: The Alzheimer Society of Ireland
- Position: Care Workers - Co. Leitrim
- Work Location: Leitrim
- Country: IE
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