Area: Livingston, West Lothian
Work Pattern: Part time
Rate of pay: £14.24 per hour
Closing date: Open
I am seeking a part time personal assistant to help me live my life the way I choose whilst at the same time giving me guidance and support to make safe decisions. I have supportive parents however having personal assistant support will allow me to lead my life more independently. I live in a flat with my boyfriend and 2 cats.
I am a young person living with Autism, ARFID (avoidant restrictive food intake disorder) anxiety and depression.
I am looking for a personal assistant who will spend time getting to know me. Sometimes I find it hard to communicate what I need and therefore it is vital that a personal assistant has good communication and listening skills.
I am seeking a personal assistant who can support me make good choices with eating and drinking. This will include assistance with food shopping, preparing and cooking a meal. I also need support to upkeep my home.
I would like support with administration tasks such as, budgeting and money skills, paying bills and ordering prescriptions.
I enjoy going to college, the cinema and theatre both with or without friends. I like shopping for pleasure too. I would like support to help me manage my diary, plan travel, make phone calls/write letters and help my interaction with others.
I am looking for a personal assistant who is friendly and approachable with a good sense of humour. You must be reliable, trustworthy and punctual. A knowledge of autism, eating disorders and mental health is useful. It is important that you are aware of and sensitive to my needs.
How to Apply
Please email your interest in the role to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk, including the job reference and contact details, and I’ll get back to you soon.
https://www.lothiancil.org.uk/how-we-help/independent-living-support/personal-assistant-recruitment/current-personal-assistant-vacancies/part-time-person…-intake-disorder/
It is essential that a personal assistant is a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme or is willing to join.
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