Healthcare Assistant - South Dublin

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 throughout the South Dublin Area - Lucan, Tallaght, Crumlin, all areas Dublin South West and Dublin South Centre

The position on offer is a full time role

What we Offer

• 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/h

Sunday €21.34 p/h

Public 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.

Full drivers licence and access to own transport essential