The Home
Blair House Care Home is a registered Nursing Home located on the outskirts of Newtownards, overlooked by Scrabo Tower. It is close to the town centre with different transport options available. Blair House Care Home has a total of 85 beds across 4 units including Residential Dementia, Nursing Dementia, Frail and Elderly Nursing and a newly opened Mental Health Unit. The team at Blair House Care Home are well experienced in their fields and provide high quality care to all of our residents.
The Role
Mental Health Care Assistants at Healthcare Ireland play a pivotal role in the day‑to‑day operations of our Homes, providing compassionate support and assistance to residents to ensure their independence and comfort. They are part of our frontline team, delivering personalised care and assistance with activities of daily living.
Our Mental Health Care Assistants also provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting compassion, and advocate for the rights and preferences of our residents.
They collaborate with nurses, the wellbeing team, families and external healthcare professionals to ensure holistic and person‑centred care that promotes independence and quality of life.
Main Responsibilities
* Manage unpredictable and distressing situations in a calm and logical way
* Participate in activities, motivating and supporting residents to get involved
* Assist residents where required with personal care tasks and mobility while promoting independence and dignity
* Assess and observe the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents, recognising changes and reporting as necessary in a timely manner
* Support residents to live independently by teaching life skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, taking public transport and budgeting
* Maintain accurate records, communicating effectively with residents and their families
* Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager
The Benefits
* Paid annual leave
* The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
* Continuous professional development and training
* Values‑led culture
* Enhanced overtime 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
Required Criteria
* To be a good listener, showing patience, compassion, empathy and understanding
* Have a basic understanding of the main mental health conditions experienced by residents
* The right to work in the UK
* Be NISCC registered or eligible to register
Desired Criteria
* Educated to NVQ 2 level
* Previous experience in health and social care – voluntary or experience gained caring for a friend or family member with mental ill‑health
Skills Needed
Good communication, teamwork, empathy, resilience and flexibility in caring for individuals with mental health needs.
About The Company
We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development.
Company Culture
We’re always on the look‑out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance. Our passionate, ever‑growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.
Company Benefits
* Retirement plan and/or pension
* Employee development programs
* Free parking
* Competitive salary
* Social opportunities
* Employee recognition scheme
* Culture of recognition
* On the job learning
Salary
£12.82 per hour
Equal Opportunity Statement
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Immigration Statement
We do not offer sponsorship for this role.
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