Kildare firm announces 50 new carer positions

Home Instead Kildare is looking to add 50 new caregivers to its team, which delivers essential services to older people in local communities throughout the county.

The job announcement coincides with the pending winter months which with its shorter days and longer nights leads to an increase in illness and time spent alone among older adults.

“Social interaction and companionship are crucial to maintaining good mental health, and helping to prevent cognitive decline, particularly in older people and working as a caregiver in your local community provides a much-valued lifeline to those older adults who need it.” said Amy Quille, general manager at Home Instead Kildare.

Home Instead caregivers deliver a range of non-medical care services to older people, from companionship to specialised dementia and palliative care. Such care services can also facilitate early hospital discharge, or they can help prevent hospitalisations in the first place. Caregivers receive 20 hours of free training and receive dedicated office support. They can work flexible schedules and hours to suit their lifestyles.

“The work is local, the jobs are sustainable and there are opportunities available in rural and urban areas around the county,” said Amy. To apply, contact 045 446 593 or visit HomeInstead.ie/Career-Options.