Health Care Support Assistant (Community) - South Tipperary Block Hours

Overview

Bluebird Care Ireland is hiring Health Care Support Assistants to provide essential home-based care services in South Tipperary. The role focuses on delivering personal care and assistance tailored to client needs within their own homes, ensuring comfort, dignity, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Support clients with daily living activities as per individual care plans.
• Perform care duties attentively and conscientiously on behalf of clients.
• Maintain high-quality care standards following Bluebird Care policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess QQI Level 5 certification modules in Care of the Older Person and Care Skills/Healthcare Support, or have at least one year of caregiving experience and willingness to complete these qualifications.

Desired Personal Qualities

• Genuine compassion and empathy towards clients.
• Patience and kindness in caregiving situations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients.

Employment Details and Benefits

• Flexible work hours available with full- and part-time positions based on availability.
• Competitive hourly rate from €15.30 to €16.35 depending on experience and qualifications.
• Payments for Garda Vetting and annual leave included.
• Starting bonuses, probation and retention bonuses.
• Travel expenses covered and provision of uniform and PPE.
• In-house training and a comprehensive employee wellness program.
• Corporate club memberships and refer-a-friend incentives.
• Out-of-hours support and flexible payment options.
• Work and Learn Scheme opportunities.