I am a young adult with Autism and learning disabilities. I enjoy going to the cinema and if I like the film, I will see it a few times. I enjoy going to cafes for a drink and a piece of cake and out for meals. I also enjoy listening to music, watching TV and going for walks around the shops or out local village. I can be very anxious around new people and may not talk for a while. So, until I get to know someone and feel safe and comfortable with you the work will be repetitive so it will involve us going to the same places until I have built a good trusting relationship with you. I like lively, fun, outgoing personalities but also need someone that can take control of situations. We have a Labrador dog at home, and he will be around when we are at home. I am very anxious around other dogs and don't like them barking. During college times the work will be mainly weekend work and the times will be flexible. When I am not at college then it will be a Monday, Wednesday and Friday 08.15 till 14.00 including weekend again will be flexible times.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions
• Cognitive / Learning
Other relevant information
Vegetarian.
• The individual keeps pets in the home.A Labrador.
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities
• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.
You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.
Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).
Transport Requirement
Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.
Required Skills
• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• To work as part of a team.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.