Homemaker, Drogheda

Homemaker | Moorehall Lodge Drogheda, Dublin Road, Co. Louth Role&Responsibilities:

Greeting and welcoming all visitors to the House.

Creating meaningful events and activities for the residents which are both planned and unplanned.

Assisting with the planning of meals and mealtimes and organizing and serving the meals to the residents in the House in a person centred way, showing flexibility, awareness of individual needs/preferences and choice.

Maintaining residents' fluid and food intake charts where necessary and keeping the Nurse/Carer Lead informed of same.

Liaising with the House team/catering on any changes in the dietary requirements for residents and reports any changes in residents' eating patterns to the Nurse/Carer Lead in the House.

Ensuring that the kitchenette is kept clean and tidy and running smoothly.

Ensuring that cleaning tasks include washing the dishes, sweeping and washing the kitchen floors and the dining area after the residents have finished their meal.

Ensuring that s/he is familiar with the Moorehall Lodge Policy on Food Safety and the associated House Rules and cleaning schedules and completes the relevant records.

Ensuring that any other additional responsibilities as directed by the Director of Care and/or Person in Charge are carried out.

Essential Criteria:

Minimum of 3 modules in QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent

Excellent communication skills

Excellent personal care abilities

Eligibility to work in Ireland

What we offer:

Excellent pay rates

Continuous Training and Development

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Assistance ProgrammeReferral Programme

Free ongoing training and development

Free on-site parking

FREE Meals on Duty

Bike To Work Scheme / Tax saver

25% discount at Stacks Pharmacies.

The essence of the Homemaker as the 'Mammy of the House' is to create a sense of home in the living and kitchenette areas. This is achieved by ensuring the living area and kitchenette has the look, feel, and aroma of a resident's home on a daily basis. The Homemaker is responsible for a range of areas not all happening on any one day. For example the Homemaker assists with meal preparation and housekeeping. S/he works with the house team and residents to create meaningful events and activities for the residents which are both planned and spontaneous. The Homemaker plays a key role in supervising and supporting the residents when they are in the dining/living area, positive engagement with residents and welcoming their families to their home.

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