Female Personal Assistant required to support a young lady in the Chester-le-Street area
Female Personal Assistant required to support a young lady in the Chester-le-Street area who has Autism, Learning Disabilities and complex needs. Rate of Pay - £13.00 per hour. Hours – 104hrs to be used flexibly over 4 weeks and 1 x 24/48 hr overnight (times and days to be negotiated)
The PA will be required to help the lady with the following: Accessing the community and activities of interest (including college), Art, animals, music etc. Graded exposure in the community and building confidence using planning and social stories. Independent living skills. Administering Medication and ordering medication. Support with family appointments
Graded exposure training will be provided by Occupational Therapist. Essential – Experience and understanding of Autism, Learning Disabilities and mental health conditions. Long term position. Driving Licence and access to a car. A DBS will be required, employer will cover the cost.
Key Responsibilities
Services
* Meal Preparation
* Personal Care
* Domestic Care
* Social + Leisure activities
* Support to remain independent
Training
* Essential PA Guide
* Safeguarding Adults/Children
* Moving & Handling
* Understanding challenging behaviour
* Food Hygiene
* First Aid
* Hand hygiene
* Dementia care
* Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
* Full UK driving license
* Own personal car
Medical
* Safe Administration of Medication
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