Care Assistant

at  Respond Housing Association

Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. If you do not “tick every box” there are likely other valuable attributes and skills that you have, that would make you a great fit for the organisation. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply.
Role: Care Assistant
Location: La Verna Day Care, Baldoyle, Dublin
Reporting to: Nurse Manager
Terms: Full-time permanent
Hours: 39 hours per week (Monday-Friday)
Salary: €14 per hour
Job Purpose: To provide person centred care to Service Users in La Verna Older Person’s Day Care Service

KEY COMPETENCIES & REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum L5 Care of the Elderly.
• 2+ years experience in a care of older person’s position.
• Experience in working as part of a staff team.
• Sound knowledge of best practise in the care of older persons.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Aptitude and empathy with older persons.
• Ability to lead activities for Older Persons.
• Creative.
• Flexibility in duties.
• Garda Vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process.

• Provide quality, compassionate and appropriate care.
• Assist / lead a variety of activities which are programme appropriate.
• Reporting concerns to manager.
• Providing care improvement recommendations and suggestions.
• Work as part of a team.
• Follow Policies & Procedures.
• Follow policies and procedures to maintain infection control and prevent the spread of disease.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Engage in and be open to continuous professional development.