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On-site in Granada·Full-time·Added 3 months ago
This job was published 3 months ago
Our summary
- Hours
- Fixed shift · Includes weekends
- Work mode
- On-site, Granada
- Contract
- Fixed-term, full-time hours
- Education
- Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)
Visa options
The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Temporary 3-month contract for vacation coverage
- Full-time position on the afternoon shift (2:55 PM to 10:00 PM) Monday through Sunday with rotating days off
- Salary according to collective agreement
- Immediate start
- A purposeful work environment where your work has a direct impact on people's quality of life.
- Ongoing training and professional development, as well as other advantages and benefits of belonging to Grupo Santalucía.
- Collaboration with committed and approachable multidisciplinary teams.
The role
At Ballesol, with more than 40 years of experience and more than 55 centers throughout Spain, we work every day to offer older people a safe, comfortable environment and care in every detail. Our team, made up of more than 4,500 professionals, shares the commitment to guarantee spaces that convey well-being and quality of life.
For this reason, we are looking to bring on a Geriatric Care Assistant at our Ballesol Granada center who shares our vocation for care and companionship, contributing to the physical and emotional well-being of the elderly.
What you'll do
- Care for, accompany, and assist residents in their daily activities, always seeking their physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Collaborate in the development and support of therapies, following the instructions of the healthcare staff and the direct care team.
- Serve and assist with breakfasts, afternoon snacks, and other meals, as well as keeping residents' personal belongings clean and in good condition.
- Accompany residents on walks and activities, and help them when going to bed or getting up, especially those with reduced mobility.
- Perform residents' personal hygiene.
- Carry out the necessary mobilizations to promote comfort and prevent complications derived from immobility.
- Communicate any incidents or changes in the resident's condition to the nursing or supervision team.
What will your mission be?
Provide comprehensive care to residents, accompanying them with respect, empathy, and warmth in their day-to-day lives. Your work is essential to ensuring the comfort, health, and dignity of the elderly, working closely with the center's healthcare and multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
- Vocational Training in Nursing Assistance, Vocational Training in Sociosanitary Care or Professional Certificate (homologated title).
- Experience of between 6 months and 1 year in an Elderly Residence.
About Ballesol
Ballesol is a Spanish company specializing in elderly care, operating a network of residential care homes (residencias de mayores) across Spain. With over 50 centers nationwide, it provides comprehensive care services including nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and socio-cultural activities for the elderly. The company is one of the leading private operators in Spain's senior care sector, serving thousands of residents with a focus on personalized, quality care.
Ballesol has a strong presence throughout Spain, with residential centers in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Zaragoza, Valladolid, Vigo, and Tenerife, among others. The company's work culture emphasizes compassionate care and professional development for its staff, including nurses, geriatric assistants, therapists, and maintenance personnel. For international professionals, Ballesol offers opportunities in the growing healthcare and elderly care sector in Spain, with roles that require Spanish language proficiency and often relevant healthcare qualifications, making it a relevant employer for those seeking to relocate and work in the Spanish care industry.
- Industry
- Elderly Care
- Founded
- 1987
- Employees
- 1,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona and 13 more
Good to know if you are moving
- Ballesol operates over 50 residential care centers across Spain, providing a wide range of job opportunities in various cities.
- The company primarily hires healthcare professionals such as nurses (DUE), geriatric assistants, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, requiring Spanish language skills and relevant qualifications.
- Ballesol offers roles in both urban and coastal locations, including Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, and Tenerife, allowing for diverse living environments.
- As a leading Spanish elderly care provider, Ballesol provides stable employment in a growing sector, with opportunities for career development in healthcare.
- International professionals must have their nursing or healthcare qualifications recognized in Spain (homologación) to work in clinical roles.
In their own words
Additional information
At Ballesol, we promote an inclusive, respectful work environment free from any type of discrimination. We value diversity in all its forms and guarantee equal opportunities in our selection processes, without distinction of gender, age, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that a diverse and committed team is key to providing quality, humane care to our residents.
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