Pen Picture of the Person Requiring Assistance: I am a 21 year old man living in the Cimla area with my family. I have Autism and Epilepsy, and I experience seizures daily. I am a very quiet and gentle young man, and I need a PA to encourage me to go out, help me access the community and bring me out of my shell. I enjoy going out to the cinema, walking and bowling. At home I like to play my Xbox, watch films, YouTube & Tik Tok videos. I can be very anxious and require supervision at all times when we are out, as I have no road safety or danger awareness.
Tasks Include:
* Encourage me to go out
* Support me to access the community.
* Support me when experiencing an epileptic seizure – training will be provided.
* Supervise me closely when crossing roads and car parks.
* Supervising me when we’re out and helping me to stay safe.
* Any other reasonable tasks.
Personal Qualities and Attributes required:
* Someone supportive who will encourage and motivate me
* Someone who will be confident in supporting me with my epilepsy – training will be provided.
* Is able to work professionally & flexibly.
* Will treat me with dignity and respect.
* Some experience of supporting adults with Autism would be an advantage but not essential.
* Is proactive.
* Car driver essential
* Is trustworthy, reliable and punctual
* Is caring, patient and understanding
* Is friendly and chatty
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