Overview
Personal assistant for a young Deaf male currently living in the Frampton Cottrell area. I am looking for a Personal Assistant to support me for 3 hours a week. I have a Cochlear Implant and am able to hear but can find spoken communication difficult. It would help to have a person who also has British Sign Language Skills to help me understand information.
Responsibilities
* Help me build independence and meet new people.
* Research places to visit and activities to try.
* Plan bus routes and become familiar with journeys.
* Help me try new experiences and activities and assist in choosing and finding these, as I am unsure what is available in the community.
* Help build my identity in the Deaf community and learn more BSL.
* There is no need for personal care.
* Be kind, patient and provide a good sense of humor.
* Help me develop the skills to lead an independent lifestyle.
* Feel confident to ask about my needs and seek clarification when I am not understood.
* Provide positive encouragement.
Qualifications
* British Sign Language (BSL) skills.
* Kinder, patient, with a good sense of humor.
* Willingness to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring check.
Details
* Rate per hour: £12.40
* Location: Frampton Cottrell area
* Hours: 3 hours per week
* Note: Personal care is not required.
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