Location: Portland, Dorset Days & Hours: 8-10 hours a week, these hours will be over 2 days 4-5 hours per day. This will be planned in advancewith Case Manager and the client. Pay: £15.00 per hour Monday - Friday Driver required? Essential, would require business insurance (mileage will be paid) Using Own Vehicle for work purposes? Yes, On duty and to attend trainings Essential: Supportingadults with a disability and with reduced motivation Desirable : Experience working with adults with disabilities and an interest in therapy Family Pets: 2 dogs Interviews Week Commencing: As and when applications are received, these may be held via video calling. Please apply early for your application to be considered. Start Date: ASAP (subject to satisfactory employment checks)
Michael, born in 1977, andliveswith his fiancé and two children. Michael loves old bangers and has been known to buy and sell them frequently! He loves tinkering with old cars and in the past, he enjoyed horse riding.
Michael has Achondroplasia, which he has had from birth and an incomplete spinal cord Injury. He finds that he has reduced mobility, stamina and is unable to climb stairs. He alsohas reduced motivation, initiation and needs support at times to reason through decisions that need to be made. He finds it difficult to establish a routine and get out of his property on a regular basis. He would like to get involved in hobbies and leisure of his choice at home and in the community and feel more independent.
Michael is looking for an experienced buddy to support him in developing his ability to get out of his property, become involved in hobbies and leisure activities of his choice, feel more active and have assistance and support in managing paperwork and becoming moreorganized, you will be able to go on dog walks with Michael. This job will suit someone who is calm but very proactive and able to bring lots of enthusiasm to the role.
This is wonderful opportunity to make a real difference to Michaels life bymaximizinghis opportunities and promoting his independence wherever possible, a truly rewarding role for someone who can communicate effectively and an ability to work with patience, tact, understanding, warmth, and compassion.
Pay and Benefits:
£15.00 per hour Monday - Friday
On-going training & support provided.
5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata
Sick leave entitlement
Free DBS check.
In order to promote continuity of our high care standards, you will be offered:
Induction,
Relevant training opportunities (including The Care Certificate),
Regular clinical supervision/review meetings,
On-going support from a dedicated Case Manager and HR department
Safeguarding
ILS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our Clients within the activities we undertake, and ILS expects all our Clients employees and workers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or workers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This position will require:
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Satisfactory references, including your last employer.
An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate. A conviction will not necessarily prevent you from being employed.
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