Care Assistant - Rapid Responder

About the RoleAs a Rapid Responder, you will support the delivery of safe, high-quality home care services across the allocated Trust zone. Working closely with the Registered Manager and wider team, you will assist with launching new services, supporting hospital discharges, filling care packages.This role requires flexibility, responsiveness, and a commitment to excellent care. You will also support care staff, ensure Health and Safety procedures are followed, and assist with essential operational tasks such as delivering PPE, care plans, and documentation to help maintain smooth service delivery.Why Choose Connected Health?Mileage: 35p per mileShifts: Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Saturday Sunday | Week 2 - Wednesday, Thursday, FridaySign-On Bonus: £200 after 3 months of serviceRecognition & Rewards: Employee of the Month, Quarter, and Year awardsRefer a Friend: Earn £200 for successful referralsCareer Growth: Ongoing training and professional development opportunitiesExtra Benefits: Free Access NI, Free uniform, Paid shadowing and training, Cycle to Work scheme, Bluelight Card, wellbeing package, and local business discountsJob RequirementsThe Rapid Responder will be responsible for a range of duties, including but not limited to:Working exclusively with the Registered Manager as part of the Expansion TeamSupporting the development and mobilisation of new home care servicesProviding cover and support across the allocated Trust zone as requiredSupporting the filling of new care packages and hospital dischargesUndertaking emergency care cover where requiredSupporting staff shadowing and ensuring Health and Safety policies and procedures are followedChecking and collecting daily record sheets from clients’ homesDelivering care plans and log sheets to clients’ homes when requiredDelivering PPE and other essential documentation or suppliesSupporting the care team to ensure services are delivered safely, consistently and to a high standardTravelling between clients’ homes, offices and service areas within the allocated Trust zone as requiredThe post holder may also be required to undertake additional duties to meet the needs and responsibilities of the company.Essential CriteriaMinimum of 6 months’ previous homecare experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishFull clean driving licenceAccess to a car for work purposesAbility and willingness to travel throughout the allocated Trust zoneStrong organisational and time management skillsFlexible approach to working hours and service needsAbility to work closely with the Registered Manager to support new and developing servicesDesirable CriteriaPrevious supervisory or senior care experienceExcellent interpersonal skillsEmpathetic and professional approach to supporting clients and staffAbility to work independently and as part of a teamConfidence in responding to changing operational prioritiesExperience supporting service growth, new care packages or hospital discharge pathwaysABOUT USAt Connected Health, we don't just offer a job – we offer careers that are at the forefront of transforming the way homecare is delivered across Ireland. We recognise that the individuals we employ are pivotal to driving this transformation within the sector. That's why, at Connected Health, our mission is unwavering: to continually attract, recruit, and develop the finest homecare team.Connected Health is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, good relations, respect for diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the delivery of its services to clients. It is also committed to ensuring that the talents and resources of all its employees are utilised to the full. Connected Health welcome applications for all job roles from members of all communities.https://connected-health.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Recruitment-of-Ex-offenders-policy.pdf*Candidates who are successful at interview will be subject to background checks including, but not limited to, satisfactory references and an enhanced police check*