About The Employer
Young lady who requires support in all aspects of daily life. She is unable to communicate verbally & has epilepsy. She is very happy and content and loves a laugh, a good sense of humour is a must and someone who can make light of situations.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions
* Mobility / Physical
* Cognitive / Learning
The Employer's Hobbies and Interests
* Bowling
* Socialising
* Jokes
Other Relevant Information
The individual keeps pets in the home. Lady has 2 dogs at home.
About The Role - Duties and Responsibilities
* Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
* Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.
* Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
* Support the individual to look after/care for pets.
* Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
* Develop a good and trusting one-to-one working relationship.
Eligibility
Only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication.
The individual's needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.
You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and/or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.
Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).
Transport Requirement
Car driver preferred but not essential.
Required Skills
* Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
* Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
* To be able to work on own initiative.
* To work as part of a team.
* To be able to follow instructions accurately.
* Be patient, supportive and caring.
* Be empathetic.
* Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
* Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employer's needs on a daily basis.
* Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
* Have a lively personality.
Required Training
Successful candidates are required to undertake any training that is considered necessary and appropriate to the role.
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Scheduling Requirements
Monday, 6am - 7am plus evening hours
Tuesday, 6am - 7am plus evening hours
Saturday, 9am -10am plus evening hours
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