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Health Care Assistant

Stepping Stones Care Ltd-Navan, Ireland

Stepping Stones Care Ltd, was established in 2008 we provide residential care to children and Adults with ID and Autism.

This is a small service for people with high care needs.

Job Title: Health Care Assistant

Status: Permanent, Full Time Contract

Location: Navan

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are recruiting Health Care Assistants to help support a person with an intellectual disability and/or Autism to enjoy an ordinary life while being supported and empowered so that they can live their life to the fullest while in a residential setting.

Duties

  • Sufficient professional knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role.
  • Ensure compliance with record keeping is in line with legislation and HIQA requirements.
  • Work directly with individuals and completing administrative tasks relating to the day-to-day running of the house.
  • Be highly organised, have excellent report writing and IT and time management skills.
  • The capacity to plan and manage resources in an effective and resourceful manner.
  • Flexibility and openness to change
  • FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills, or equivalent.
  • Three year’s experience supporting children/adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
  • Applicants must have relevant experience in a Team Leader role or similar.
  • Experience in a HIQA regulation environment and supporting children/adults with intellectual disabilities
  • Natural Leadership qualities and excellent organisational and communication skills
  • Strong knowledge of HIQA Standards.
  • Demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development
  • Full Clean Driving License

What we can offer you:

  • Pay rate starts from €13.00 per hour (DOE)
  • Flexible Rosters incl. Weekends
  • Free on-site parking
  • Refer a Friend Bonuses

Salary: From €13.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Food allowance
  • On-site parking

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Night shift

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

  • Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person