Rapid Responder Healthcare Assistant – Baltinglass Area

Overview

InisCare is founded on the principle that happy caregivers deliver excellent care. We believe outstanding, reliable, and compassionate home care is achieved through support from an experienced and empathetic leadership team. Our mission is to empower our caregivers to provide compassionate and professional services that help individuals maintain active, fulfilling lifestyles.

Role Summary

The Rapid Responder Healthcare Assistant is integral to delivering high-quality, person-centred care within clients' homes. This position requires responding swiftly to urgent care scenarios, supporting regular care assistants, and maintaining continuous care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to urgent care requests, delivering immediate assistance and support.
• Quickly assess client needs to provide suitable care interventions.
• Effectively communicate with care management teams to update on client situations and actions taken.
• Follow pre-established working practices, procedures, and care plans to avoid confusing customers during short-notice care.
• Assist clients with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support safe mobility and transfers, using equipment as necessary.
• Administer medication as prescribed, adhering to company policies.
• Perform all tasks with dignity and respect towards the client.
• Offer companionship and emotional encouragement, promoting social interaction and participation.
• Help with meal preparation and household duties to ensure a comfortable environment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, families, and caregivers for comprehensive care.
• Maintain timely communication with care management about concerns or client updates.
• Coordinate with Branch Manager and Care Coordinator teams to support care delivery.

Essential Qualifications and Training

• QQI Level 5 Healthcare Award or equivalent is mandatory.
• Valid full clean driving license and access to own vehicle essential.
• Completion of training including Children’s First, Safeguarding, Dementia Care, GDPR, Infection Prevention and Control, Hand Hygiene, and PPE protocols via HSE LAND platform.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in basic patient care such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Ability to assist with mobility and physical exercises.
• Strong verbal and written communication along with active listening.
• Capability to follow instructions and adhere to protocols.
• Providing emotional support and companionship.
• Comfortable using healthcare-related equipment.
• Effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
• Empathy, compassion, and emotional sensitivity.
• Teamwork skills within healthcare settings and positive collaboration.
• Adaptability to changing care needs and work environments.
• Eagerness to learn new skills and procedures.
• Attention to detail in observation and reporting.
• Physical stamina for demanding caregiving tasks.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a professional demeanour.
• Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

Experience

Previous healthcare experience is essential to fulfill this role effectively.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from €33,020 to €37,128 annually.
• Mileage reimbursement at €0.44 per kilometer or availability of a company vehicle.
• Refer-a-Friend program offering €150 per successful referral.
• Welcome bonus payment of €200.
• Clear career progression plans and guidance available.
• Access to continuous training and professional development, including QQI Level 6 courses and CPR training.
• Supportive work environment emphasizing employee well-being.
• Meaningful opportunity to positively impact clients' lives.

Working Hours

• 3 or 4 days per week schedule.
• Twelve-hour shifts totaling 84 hours every fortnight.
• Work every alternate weekend.
• Availability between 8 am and 9 pm required.

Additional Information

Important: Driving with your own vehicle and holding a full driving license are essential criteria for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

InisCare is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace free from discrimination. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or community membership. Recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on merit and qualifications in compliance with Employment Equality Acts 1998-2015.