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Irish Wheelchair Association 

Ranked 5th on the Irish Independent “Best Employer” list 2021 and the highest-ranking charity organisation.

We are seeking applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants and Homecare assistants who are interested in joining us in the Midlands area - Birr, Tullamore, Portlaoise, Carlow, Kilkenny areas

 

The position on offer is a full time role

 

What We Offer You

  • Salary range for this position is €14.23 – €15.82 per hour depending on experience
  • Premium rates paid for unsociable hours

Before 8am an after 8 pm €17.78 p/hSunday €21.34 p/hPublic Holidays €28.46 p/h

  • Inter-client mileage paid
  • Sick pay scheme
  • Excellent working conditions
  • Training & development opportunities
  • VHI, HSF and PRSA schemes available
  • Employee Assistance Programme



What we Require:

  • Minimum 5 modules completed at QQI Level 5 in a Health care discipline and a commitment to complete the major award.
  • Experience in a caring environment preferable
  • Kind and Caring attitude
  • Person Centred approach
  • Use of your own smart phone to check in and out of your visits is essential
  • Availability for flexible hours including mornings, evenings and weekends on a rota basis
  • Full Driving License and access to vehicle is a must.

IWA is committed to continuing to be an equal Opportunities employer

 

Please note this position requires that you have received at least one dose of a Covid19 vaccine and be willing to receive the second dose.

Please note - ACADEMIC AND/OR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:- Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) may/will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

Job restrictions

Full drivers licence and assess to own transport

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About company

irish Wheelchair Association supports people with physical disabilities to live active, equal and independent lives. Find out more