Healthcare Assistant

Sánas Community Services Limited is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to provide safe, person-centered care and support to children and young people with autism, down syndrome and/or intellectual disabilities attending our respite service. You will work under the direction of the Team Leaders and management team, delivering care in line with each child's individual care plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care, including feeding, toileting, hygiene, dressing and mobility support.
• Support children with daily living activities, routines and structured play.
• Support children's communication needs using visual supports and positive behavior support strategies.
• Monitor each child's health, wellbeing and behavior, and report any changes or concerns promptly to the Team Leader or management
• Assist with medication in line with local policy, where trained and authorized.
• Maintain accurate daily records and care documentation.
• Follow all safeguarding, infection control, manual handling, and health and safety procedures.
• Support children during outings and community activities.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment.
• Liaise with parents/guardians and the multidisciplinary team.
• Take part in ongoing training and supervision.

Essential requirements

• A minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support, Social Care or a related field, or a degree (NFQ Level 7 or above) in Psychology, Social Care, Social Science or a related discipline.
• At least 6 months paid or voluntary experience supporting children or young people with additional needs in a care, respite, education or community setting.
• Experience providing personal care, including feeding, toileting, hygiene and mobility support
• Fluent written and spoken English, to complete daily records and care documentation accurately.
• Right to work in Ireland, or eligibility for an employment permit, and willingness to complete Garda vetting before starting.
• Ability to work a 39-hour week, including rota-based or flexible hours

Desirable

- Training in positive behavior support (PBS) or de-escalation techniques

- Experience using visual supports or other communication supports with children who have communication needs

Minimum rate for this position is €32,691 per annum.