Home Care Worker

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities, providing dementia-specific services and supports and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers.

Our vision is an Ireland where people on the journey of dementia are valued and supported.

A national non-profit organisation, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person-centred, rights-based, and grassroots-led, with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core.

The ASI is currently recruiting a Care Worker who will work in our Galway Homecare Services. The successful candidate will work in assigned family homes across County Galway, with offices based in:

Bungalow 1, Kilcornan, Clarinbridge, Co. Galway, H91 YXN3

This is a permanent contract of employment, working 28 hours per week, with flexibility in working hours.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing person-centred care to people with dementia in the client's own home. Our Care Workers typically support their own regular clients and schedules, allowing for continuity of care, flexibility, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients and their families.

To be successful in this position, you will need good communication and organisational skills and be able to work on your own initiative. It is essential that you possess previous experience of undertaking social and cognitive stimulation activities with people with dementia, older people, or people with intellectual disabilities.

A full clean driving licence and access to a car are essential. A QQI Level 5 qualification is desirable. Confidence in using IT and email is also desirable.

We are offering a competitive salary commensurate with the care sector and dependent on relevant experience.

Further information on the role is available on The Alzheimer Society of Ireland's website:

https://alzheimer.ie/careers/

If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to:

recruit@alzheimer.ie

Closing date for applications: 29th June 2026.

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of the role is to provide care to people with dementia and support that is person-centred, addressing their needs to enhance their quality of life.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESClient Care Provision

• Build up trusting relationships with clients and their carers so that they feel secure and welcome in the service.
• Assist the Co-ordinator of the service in the assessment and updating of care plans for each client.
• Carry out care plan activities.
• Provide personal care if needed, including help with:
• Ensure that observations are reported in a timely manner.
• Respect the rights, dignity, and confidentiality of all clients.
• In consultation with the Line Manager, identify and develop activities to enhance the quality of care delivered.
• In consultation with the Line Manager, assist clients and their carers in their dealings with other service providers in the community.

Service Administration

• Adhere to service provision and Health and Safety policies and procedures set out by the Society.
• Assist in the maintenance of service records as directed by the Home Care Co-ordinator.
• Assist in promoting a positive and safe environment and bring issues of concern to the Home Care Co-ordinator's attention.
• Avail of training opportunities identified by the Home Care Co-ordinator.
• Maintain routine contact with the Home Care Co-ordinator.
• Attend team meetings and one-to-one meetings with the Home Care Co-ordinator to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the service.

The principal accountabilities outline the main duties. However, in an organisation such as the Society, it is inevitable that tasks may arise which may not fall within the remit of the above list of main duties.

Employees are therefore required to respond with a flexible approach when tasks arise which are not specifically covered in their job description. Should an additional responsibility become a regular part of an employee's job, the job description will be amended to reflect this.

JOB HOLDER ENTRY REQUIREMENTSKnowledge (Education & Related Experience)

• Educated to Leaving Certificate or equivalent.
• FETAC Level 5 desirable.
• Experience in health, social, or disability care desirable.

Skills (Special Training or Competence)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and observational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Training in dementia, care of the elderly, or a related area.