Healthcare Assistant - Rapid Response

Position Overview

The Healthcare Assistant in Rapid Response plays a crucial role in delivering prompt, hands-on support to individuals within their own residences. This role focuses on providing immediate care, ensuring essential visits are made to help clients maintain safety, comfort, and independence in their everyday lives.

Why Join Connected Health?

• Annual salary of 2,247 for candidates with full QQI Level 5 certification
• Sign-on bonus of 200 awarded after three months of employment*
• Mileage expenses reimbursed
• Biweekly payment schedule
• Work schedule rotating between Week 1 (Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday) and Week 2 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
• Recognition programs including Employee of the Month, Quarter, and Year awards
• Complimentary training and support, Garda vetting, Cycle to Work Scheme, wellbeing benefits, career advancement opportunities, and local discounts
• Assistance with QQI course enrollment and support*

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of one year experience delivering homecare services in Ireland
• Completion of at least two QQI Level 5 core modules in Health & Social Care (Care Skills and Care of the Older Person)
• Actively pursuing full QQI Level 5 in Health & Social Care
• Possession of a full driving license and access to a vehicle
• Proficiency in English communication, both verbal and written
• Availability to work alternate weekend shifts
• Desirable qualities include excellent interpersonal skills, empathetic nature, strong organizational abilities, and effective time management

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising staff shadowing while ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols
• Managing emergency situations via rapid response duties, including processing new packages and client discharges
• Assessing and monitoring care quality provided to clients, and reporting concerns to the area manager
• Collecting and reviewing journal notes from client homes
• Delivering care plans, log sheets, gloves, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to clients as needed
• Performing other reasonable duties as assigned

About Connected Health

Connected Health is a well-established leader in home care services throughout Ireland, dedicated to revolutionizing homecare delivery. The organization is committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent to advance the sector.

Committed to equal opportunities, Connected Health promotes diversity, inclusion, and respect in workplace and client services. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds are welcomed.

Additional Information

For details on the recruitment policy regarding ex-offenders, please consult the organization's policy documentation.