Live-In Carer

Branch: Right at Home CHO5, CHO6, CHO7, CHO8, CHO9
Location: Client’s home
Reporting To: Branch Manager / Supervisor / Scheduler

Job Purpose

As a Live-In Carer, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care in the client’s home, enabling them to live safely, independently, and with dignity. You will deliver care in line with our core values of Authenticity, Accountability, Personability, and Helping People Thrive.

Our Values in Practice

Authentic: We provide honest, respectful, and transparent care, building genuine relationships with clients and their families.

Accountable: We take responsibility for the care we deliver, maintaining professional standards, accurate records, and open communication.

Personable: We treat every client as an individual, offering compassionate, friendly, and empathetic support.

Thrive: We support clients to live fulfilling lives and encourage carers to develop, grow, and succeed in their roles.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe, respectful, and authentic personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, continence care, and mobility support

Promote client independence and wellbeing, helping clients to thrive in their own homes

Provide personable companionship, emotional support, and social engagement

Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, light household tasks, and shopping

Support with medication reminders in accordance with company policy

Accurately complete care plans and promptly report any changes in a client’s condition

Follow all company policies, HIQA standards, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety guidelines

Communicate openly and professionally with clients, families, and the branch team

Use safe moving and handling practices at all times

Working Arrangements

The Live-In Carer will reside in the client’s home during scheduled live-in shifts only

Live-in care is delivered as part of a shared care arrangement with other carers

A private bedroom and reasonable access to household facilities will be provided while on shift

Daily rest breaks and time off will be arranged in compliance with the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997

Placement durations may vary depending on client needs

Essential Requirements

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support (or equivalent)

Experience caring for older people or vulnerable adults

Fluent English (spoken and written)

Right to work in Ireland

Garda Vetting clearance

Two professional references

A caring, personable, and reliable approach

Ability to work independently while remaining accountable to the branch team

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

Experience in dementia, palliative, or live-in care

Manual Handling and First Aid training

What We Offer

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Dedicated support from your local branch and Care Manager

Flexible placements across Ireland

A supportive and values-driven workplace culture

Equality Statement

Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, in line with Irish employment legislation.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This is a shared live-in role and accommodation is provided only while the carer is on shift.
Outside of scheduled live-in shifts, carers are required to have their own independent accommodation.
This role should not be considered a permanent live-in position.

CHO9

Live in Healthcare Assistant

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