Healthcare Assistant - Rapid Response

Position Overview

We are seeking a confident and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Rapid Response team, delivering urgent and practical care to individuals within their own homes. This role requires adaptability and dedication to ensuring service users receive immediate support, enabling them to remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their community setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide staff shadowing to ensure adherence to Health & Safety protocols.
• Respond promptly to emergency care needs, including new care packages and patient discharges.
• Assess and monitor the quality of care delivered, reporting any concerns to the area manager.
• Collect and review client journal notes from residences.
• Distribute care plans, log sheets, gloves, and PPE to clients’ homes as required.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum one year of homecare experience in Ireland.
• Possession of a QQI Level 5 qualification in Health & Social Care.
• Valid driving license and access to a car due to client travel requirements.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, handling rapidly changing scenarios.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple client visits and documentation.
• Demonstrated compassion and empathy essential for quality homecare.
• Willingness to work on a rota basis including weekends.

About Connected Health Group Limited

Connected Health is a recognized leader in homecare provision across Ireland, committed to transforming care delivery. We invest in recruiting and nurturing the best homecare professionals to drive innovation and improve client outcomes. As an equal opportunity employer, Connected Health embraces diversity and inclusion in both its workforce and service delivery.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary of €35,247 for candidates with full QQI Level 5 certification.
• Sign-on bonus of €200 awarded after three months of employment.
• Reimbursement for mileage incurred during work responsibilities.
• Fortnightly payment schedule ensuring timely remuneration.
• Shift pattern: Week 1 – Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday; Week 2 – Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
• Employee recognition programs including Employee of the Month, Quarter, and Year awards.
• Access to comprehensive training, Garda vetting, Cycle to Work Scheme, wellbeing packages, career development opportunities, and local discounts.
• Support for QQI course enrollment.

Diversity and Equality

We are committed to equality and welcome applications from all communities. Our policies support a respectful and inclusive workplace environment.