Job Description

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Job Summary

Are you seeking a rewarding role which gives back to those in need of support in the community? Strabane & District Caring Services is seeking compassionate people to provide support and assistance to individuals in their homes. Domiciliary Carers work as part of a team to provide personal and domestic care to adults at risk including the frail, elderly and those with mental and physical health issues in their own homes. This position is perfect for caring & compassionate individuals who would love to make a difference to people's daily lives.

NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

- FULL TRAINING IS PROVIDED!

Full Time ( 20 hrs per week ) and Part time (16 hrs per week) POSITIONS AVILABLE:

Morning/Lunch: 7am-2pm or Nights 7pm-11pm - GREAT FLEXIBILITY FOR THOSE SEEKING A GOOD WORK/LIFE BALANCE!

Rotas are 4 days x 3 days

Week 1:

Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun

Week 2:

Wed, Thurs Fri

Qualifications/ Experience:

Essential:

A full valid driving licence and access to transport for work purposes.

Good written and oral communication.

Work as part of a team.

Understanding of health and safety in the workplace. Able to promote and deliver personal care.

Able to promote dignity and respect in care delivery.

Carers must be flexible and able to cover additional hours when necessary.

Desirable:

6 months experience in formal care setting.

NVQ level 2 in care or equivalent.

NISCC registered or willing to undertake if successful.

Knowledge of domiciliary care minimum standards.

Successful applicants must be willing to carry out Enhanced Access NI check. Having a criminal conviction will not necessarily prohibit you from working with Strabane & District Caring Services. This will depend on the information provided and obtained from disclosure certificate, as well as the position applied for. Access NI Code of Practice is available from www.nidirect.gov.uk/publications/accessni-code-practice

Successful applicants will be required to register with NISCC by their start date.

You can also apply for this position directly through Strabane & District Caring Services' website: https://www.strabanedistrictcaring.com/job/domiciliary-care-worker

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60-14.15 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 20 per week

Work Location: On the road