Health Care Assistant - Team Lead role.

Be Independent Home Care is a provider of premium Homecare services. We know the success of what we do depends on the quality and happiness of our team. Our team are at the heart of our company, and it is their passion that ensures that our clients enjoy the best possible care.

We are currently recruiting Senior Homecare Assistant Team Leads to work full time covering South West Dublin. Applicants must be available to work between the hours of 8am – 9pm on the basis of a rotating roster – 3 days week one (Wed, Thurs, Fri), and 4 days week two (Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun) – only working every second weekend!

Benefits

• Recognized as a Great Place to Work® – join a team that values your well-being and growth!
• Hourly Rate starting at €17 per hour.
• Guaranteed hours contract (minimum guaranteed hours of 35 per week)
• €250 Joining Bonus*
• Uncapped premium travel payment rates for drivers - 44 cents per KM.
• Full paid induction training
• Free Uniform and full PPE provided.
• Fortnightly payroll
• Free ongoing training and development which we make enjoyable for all.
• Refer a Friend Scheme €150
• Full time support from a friendly and respectful Care Manager with back up from our Nurse Management Team who are there to help and support you in a great company with a great work culture
• Free access to a confidential employee support, advise and counselling service and a Wellness App
• Carer of the Month reward scheme
• Health Insurance Discount Scheme
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Free Protective Bad Weather Waterproof Clothing (to the value of €50)
• Incremental pay increase after 1 year of service
• HSF Health Plan Available

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 QQI modules (Care Skills & Care of the Older Person) or equivalent, or a minimum of 1 years' paid experience in providing care.
• Be a cheerful, caring, positive and dependable person.
• Have suitable work references, permission to work and fluent English.
• Have Own Car and Full License.

*Joining bonus paid after successfully completing 6 months employment with us.

Main responsibilities include

• - Providing initial care to clients to assist in implementing their new home care package. Ensuring the clients have a suitable care plan in place that best suits their needs to ensure the highest standard of care is provided.
• - Taking on cover calls for other carers’ sick/annual leave in a rapid response capacity
• - Other duties as needed by the company based on relevant business needs at that time
• Contribute to shadowing and mentoring new Homecare Assistants.
• - Assist with the administration of client files in their homes.
• - Collecting/dropping PPE.

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