Introduction
I am a 35-year-old Neuro Diverse nonbinary individual with reduced mobility and chronic stomach issues. I always use a walking stick at home and while out, as my balance can be poor. However, I enjoy getting out to local parks, book and art materials shopping. When I can I like to visit museums that are about my interests. I have a wide variety of interests including art and design, creative costume making, science, reading and piano playing. I enjoy being able to chat to someone about these, which is important to me as I get lonely. I also need quiet time as I can get overwhelmed quite easily. You’ll be helping me get out and about, shopping and going on walks. As well as to the occasional medical or dental appointment.
Duties
Help to shop, cook and meal plan.
Support to develop a healthy eating habit and to develop a good balanced diet. Build a health weight.
Support to maintain relationship with family, assistance with accessing support with my mental health needs.
Encouragement and assistance to access the community and socialise, I need support with this as I am prone to sending time alone in my room.
Support to attend appointments, go shopping and going on walks.
Ability to protect me, assess risk and seek assistance were needed regarding my health and general well-being.
Hours
Flexible, up to 9 hours per week, not less than 4.
Ideally, from time to time, can roll a number of hours into a single day, eg 6 hours to go for a medical appointment in London.
Typical hours of work: Per week
Monday 3 hours - Morning e.g. 10:00 to 13:00
Thursday 3 hours - Morning e.g. 10:00 to 13:00
Friday 3 hours - Morning e.g. 10:00 to 13:00
Rate: £15.20 per hour
Essential Requirements
Prior experience in care work, whether voluntary or paid supporting someone with mental health needs, including issues with anxiety.
Open minded and understanding of vulnerable individuals with disabilities, particularly Neuro Diversity.
Needs to be able to maintain a routine of visits.
Loves animals, especially cats.
Good communicator, who can ‘read’ others and adjust to the clients’ need for quiet time.
Must be happy to use public transport (train) for longer journeys
You must have a driving license and car
Desired Experience
Qualified 1st aider.
Care Certificate, NVQ, or equivalent diploma in Health and Social Care
Interested in Art and Design.
To apply:
PLEASE INCLUDE JOB REF AS/BC IN YOUR APPLICATION
To apply for this post, please submit your CV to the following: recruitmentdp@enhamtrust.org.uk
As part of our Information Advice and Guidance Service, Enham Trust supports disabled people to employ their own staff. This vacancy is not a role within Enham Trust but an excellent opportunity to work directly for one of our customers. A right to work check will be undertaken before an any offer of employment. All vacancies may be subject to a DBS (formally CRB) check.
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