DML1402026 Care Assistant (Disability Services) Cúntóir Cúraim (Seirbhísí Míchumais) (Supplementary Campaign) Grade code 6482

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Location of post

Midlands Disability Services – Phoenix Centre, Mount Carmel, Longford (Day Centre for adults 18-65 with Physical and Sensory Disabilities).

There is currently one permanent whole-time vacancy available.

A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for the Dublin and Midlands Region from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.

Informal enquiries

We welcome enquiries about the role.

Contact: Tracey Burke

Email: tracey.burke@hse.ie

Mobile: 086 0360019

Principal duties and responsibilities

• Client Support: Assist and supervise clients during therapy programs and centre-coordinated activities as instructed by therapists, ensuring safety and engagement.
• Transportation Assistance: Support clients with travel to and from facilities, workplaces, outings, and other required services.
• Environment Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in client areas to provide a safe, comfortable environment.
• Meal Assistance: Help serve meals (dinner, tea, coffee) and clean up afterward.
• Motivation & Encouragement: Provide emotional support and encouragement to help clients strive toward their independence goals.
• Driving Duties: May include driving clients or transporting equipment as part of the role.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to all relevant health and safety policies, including infection control, manual handling, fire safety, and incident reporting.
• Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and staff information.
• Additional Duties:Perform other tasks as requested by the Centre Manager, showing flexibility and adaptability.