Please could you apply only if you see your long term career being in care, you have a couple of years of local North East driving experience, have a UK Manual License and are a fully competent, experienced and autonomous driver and can work a variety of shifts. Please would applicants send a cover letter which includes reasons for applying for this particular post and what you think you can bring to the post and a little bit about yourself as a person. Thank you.
Personal Support Worker Needed for Young Man with Complex Medical and Physical Needs.
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual with a passion for making a difference in the lives of others?
We are seeking a kind and reliable personal assistant to provide exceptional care for a 26 year-old man with complex medical and physical needs. He has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy (dystonic and spastic type), requiring the use of a gastrostomy tube for feeding, and experiences epilepsy, complex suctioning needs, obstructed airway apnea (Cpap overnight), and requires specialized seating and equipment for optimal positioning and pressure management.
Responsibilities:
* Assisting with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, etc.)
* Providing nutritional support through the gastrostomy tube
* Performing airway suctioning as needed. This suctioning can be life threatening.
* Monitoring vital signs and reporting any concerns to the healthcare team
* Implementing positioning strategies and adjustments in the specialized seating system and sleep system
* Ensuring adequate hydration
* Driving client's own large van (manual) to day centre, community and social outings
* Engaging in leisure activities and social interaction,
* Offering emotional support and companionship
* Preparing and administering medication
* Participating in therapy sessions which also includes hydrotherapy
Qualifications: Preferred
* Experience caring for individuals with complex medical needs, including cerebral palsy
* Familiarity with gastrostomy tube feeding and airway suctioning techniques
* Strong understanding of positioning and pressure management principles
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, spoken, written and understanding
* Compassionate, patient, and reliable
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Positive attitude and a commitment to providing quality care
* Very confident manual driver with at least a year's local driving experience.
We offer:
* Competitive salary £13.50 per hour
* Opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life
* Supportive and collaborative work environment
* Flexible scheduling
* Pension Scheme
* Range of shifts with some flexibility
If you are a caring and motivated individual who is passionate about supporting people with complex medical needs, we encourage you to apply
To Apply:
Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter to Lesley Moore via Indeed
We look forward to hearing from you
Job Types: Full time/Part Time/Permanent
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Expected hours: per week
Benefits:
* Sick pay
Shift:
* 10 hour shift
* 12 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* 24 hour shift
* Day shift
* Night shift
Work days:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Caring: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Manual Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 37 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
Language:
* English (preferred)
Work Location: In person