Care Assistant
The Care Assistant will assist in the provision of care to any service user formally referred to Crossroads by Social Services and subsequent implementation of Personal Care Plan.
The post holder may be required to provide personal care, administer or assist with medication and serve meals.
Rate of pay:
£12..80 per hour on weekdays and £13.20 per hour on weekends, plus mileage allowance of 25p per mile (up to £1 per hour)
Hours of work:
Full Time Hours: 35 hours a week with a rota pattern
Part Time Hours: 20 hours a week with rota pattern
About The Role
Successful candidates are required to undertake an Access NI enhanced disclosure check and register with NISCC.
To view the full job description, please download the attached PDF
Required Criteria
* Right to work and live in the UK
* Full driving licence, valid insurance (business use), use of a car
* Residing in the area advertised
Desired Criteria
* Previous caring experience
Skills Needed
Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs, Listening to patients, Providing Care, Administering Therapy
About The Company
Crossroads is a not for profit organisation dedicated to supporting carers and those with care needs across Northern Ireland.
Crossroads supports people through a number of projects:
Domiciliary – person-centred care, helping people live independently at home.
Young Carers – supporting children and young people who are caring on a daily basis.
In Your Prime – tackling loneliness and social isolation among older people in Northern Ireland.
Company Culture
Crossroads Care NI is a voluntary organisation whose sole purpose is to provide as much respite care as possible to carers of whatever age and disability. Crossroads have been providing a service to Carers in Northern Ireland since 1979. We provide services through our domiciliary, Young Carers and In Your Prime projects.
Company Benefits
Find a new career today through our recruitment service. We provide free training to all new carers, so don’t worry if you lack experience. Why not take a look through the current roles we have available in Crossroads and see if there’s something to suit you?
Salary
£12.80 - £13.20 per year