Healthcare Assistant - Dundalk

Ranked 2nd in The Irish Independent "Ireland's Best Employer 2025" list, we would like to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our team in the below location in Dundalk:

Dundalk

The position on offer is 20 hours a week.

Availability required:

• Monday to Friday
• Every 2nd weekend

What we Offer

• Salary range per hour: €16.22 - €18.03 depending on experience
• Before 8am and after 8pm: €20.27 per hour
• Sunday: €24.33 per hour
• Public Holidays: €32.44 per hour
• Paid inter client mileage
• Sick pay scheme
• Maternity and paternity pay scheme
• Excellent working conditions
• Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked
• PRSA Pension scheme available
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Service
• Commitment to ongoing training and development of all employees

Overall Purpose of Job

The purpose of the role is to enable the Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship.

Liaison

There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff.

Training and Qualifications, required

• Full Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification (essential)
• Experience of working with people in a caring role (essential)
• Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English
• Access to your own car and full driving licence (essential)
• Willing to drive member's vehicle (desirable)

Behaviours

• Person centred approach
• An ability to build strong relationships
• Strong customer service focus
• Flexible approach to work
• High level of confidentiality

Competencies

• Communicating and Influencing
• Motivating and Empowering
• Planning and Organising
• Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability

IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and would encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

INDHCA