We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Male Personal Assistant (genuine occupational requirement) to support a 40 year old gentleman living with paranoid schizophrenia for 4 hours per week.
Responsibilities
* Morning support to establish a positive routine.
* Collecting and dropping off the employer.
* Supporting access to gym, exercise and community activities.
* Providing encouragement, reassurance and emotional support.
* Promoting independence, dignity and choice.
* Delivering 4 hours per week as 2 x 2 hour morning sessions.
* Community based support including collection and drop off.
* Promoting wellbeing and encouraging engagement in activities such as fitness, sports, boxing, gardening, shopping and music/TV.
* Planned support activities: gym sessions, boxing or exercise; outdoor activities and gardening; shopping and errands; general wellbeing and routine building.
Key Values Expected
* Respect
* Patience
* Reliability
* Compassion
* Confidentiality
* Person centred care
* Compliance with the Data Protection Act
Eligibility & Qualifications
* Male applicant (genuine occupational requirement)
* Experience with severe mental health conditions (professional or lived experience)
* Calm, patient and understanding approach
* Full UK driving licence and access to a car
* Respect for confidentiality and boundaries
* Enhanced DBS and references required
* Adult Enhanced DBS check
Employment & Payment
* Employment through the Local Authority Direct Payments scheme.
* Paid 4 hours per week.
* Flexible approach required depending on needs.
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