HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT – 80% Permanent Contract

About the job

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT – 80% Permanent Contract

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Le Foyer du Vallon is a medico-social establishment (EMS) whose mission is to welcome elderly blind or visually impaired people, offering them a quality living environment that promotes the maintenance of their autonomy and independence.

You will work in a pleasant environment, within a professional, creative, friendly and committed team, with strong human values and a true spirit of collaboration.

Job description

Your mission:

Under the responsibility of the nurse or the ASSC, you organise and provide the delegated care and apply the instructions received.

You support the residents and their families in all life situations at Le Foyer du Vallon.

You are the key contact for several residents and ensure clear communication of information to the entire team.

Your responsibilities:

• Provide personal hygiene care;
• Ensure daily support for residents while respecting their autonomy and needs;
• Observe the general condition of residents and report any changes;
• Collaborate with the care team and families.

Profile sought

Requirements for the position:

• You hold a Red Cross Healthcare Assistant certificate or equivalent;
• You have experience as a Healthcare Assistant with elderly people, in an institution or at home;
• You are sensitive to the specific care related to visual impairment;
• You are flexible and willing to work variable hours, including weekends, public holidays and split shifts;
• Your level of French, both spoken and written, is at least B1.

Your profile:

• You are a committed and responsible person, with good organisational skills;
• You are comfortable with IT tools (SIEMS is an asset);
• You enjoy working in a team and in a multidisciplinary environment;
• You know how to adapt to changes and are receptive to feedback from your hierarchy;
• Initiative, rigour, empathy and patience are among your qualities.

Application details and address

Would you like to put your skills at the service of the residents and join our team?

We invite you to send us your complete application file (cover letter, CV with photo, copies of certificates and attestations), by e-mail only, quoting the reference "AUXCDI", to the following address: rh@foyerduvallon.ch.