Health Care Assistant at Gentle Hands Homecare

Job Description:

Latest job information from Gentle Hands Homecare for the position of Health Care Assistant. If the Health Care Assistant vacancy in Cork matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Healthcare Assistant

Gentle Hands Homecare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team in Cork City and surrounding areas including North Cork. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing essential care and support to client's within their own homes.

Responsibilities:

• Assist client's with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Provide assistance with mobility, including transferring and positioning client's as needed.
• Provide companionship to client's, promoting their comfort and well-being.
• Assist with meal preparation
• Assist with medication prompting
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Requirements:

• QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support (or equivalent) qualification is required. Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a community or home care setting, is desirable. Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently while adhering to care plans and protocols.
• Full Driver's License
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards client's.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Compliance with all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures.

Join our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of our client's. To apply, please submit your CV or email We look forward to welcoming you to our healthcare family at Gentle Hands Homecare.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From €14.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexitime

Experience:

• Healthcare: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (required)

Work Location: On the road

Job Info:

• Company: Gentle Hands Homecare
• Position: Health Care Assistant
• Work Location: Cork
• Country: IE

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