We are currently recruiting Relief Healthcare Assistants to support residential services for adults with intellectual disabilities in Louth and surrounding areas.

As a Relief Healthcare Assistant, you will play an important role in providing high-quality, person-centred support to residents, helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.

This is a varied role that may involve working across different shifts and services depending on operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support to residents in a residential setting.

• Assist residents with their daily living activities while promoting independence and choice.

• Support residents with personal care, where required.

• Support residents to participate in social, recreational and community activities.

• Assist with implementing individual care and support plans.

• Support individuals with challenging behaviours in a calm, respectful and professional manner.

• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

• QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualification  

• Minimum 6 months' experience working with adults with challenging behaviours.
• Previous experience working in an intellectual disability, social care, healthcare or residential care setting is highly desirable.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A compassionate, patient and person-centred approach.

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.

• Current legal entitlement to work in Ireland.

What We Offer

• Flexible relief work opportunities.

• The opportunity to gain experience across residential services.

• Supportive working environment.

• Competitive rates of pay.

• Opportunity to develop your skills and experience within the healthcare and social care sector.

Must be willing to undergo Garda vetting and provide 3 x written references.

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If you feel that you have the requirements and skills for this role, please apply with an updated copy of your CV.