Care Assistant

Do you have a passion for helping others and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of older residents? The Home Carlingford Lodge Care Home is situated in the beautiful port town of Warrenpoint, located at the head of Carlingford Lough, just five miles south from the city of Newry. It provides nursing care for 58 residents over 3 Units: General Nursing, Dementia Nursing and a General Residential.

The Home Manager welcomes the residents with her team of professional nurses and carers aided by an administrator and ancillary support from housekeeping, catering and maintenance personnel. The Role You will pride yourself on providing high-quality, person-centred care to our residents, fostering a welcoming environment where residents are treated with respect and dignity, and staff feel valued and supported.

As part of our frontline team, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of the Home, assisting with activities of daily living ensuring the wellbeing and comfort of residents. As a Care Assistant, you will also provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a sense of compassion; an advocacy for the rights and preferences of our residents.

Main Responsibilities Assist residents with daily living activities, such as dressing, bathing, eating, and mobility. Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, helping them maintain a good quality of life. Help residents maintain independence where possible, encouraging involvement in activities. Assist with moving and handling residents using appropriate techniques and equipment.

Support the nursing and healthcare team by monitoring residents' well-being and reporting any changes in their health or behaviour. Follow care plans tailored to individual residents' needs, ensuring their comfort and safety. Ensure a clean, safe, and homely environment for residents. The Benefits Paid annual leave The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company Continuous professional development and training Values-led culture Overtime available at an enhanced rate Opportunities for progression Pension plan (if applicable) Attractive hourly rate Access NI fee paid for NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period Uniforms and PPE provided Monthly incentives and recognition awards Free parking Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.