PA for a young woman in Chatham - Cover shifts 12 hours (9am-9pm and 9pm - 9am) - Chatham - ME5
Job Reference (423c6c07)
Job Description:
A bright, intelligent, 25 year old female is looking for a kind, committed female Personal Assistant with good conversation skills to join her supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping her live independently and supporting her overall wellbeing.
About Her
She is working towards developing her independence and employment. She enjoys creative activities such as painting and baking and daily walks with her cockapoo, which is currently being trained as a therapy dog. Her diagnoses include Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD), ADHD, epilepsy and suspected autism.
Understanding Her Needs
EUPD affects her emotional regulation, which can lead to low moods and episodes of self-harm.
Ability to follow risk management plans offering positive behaviour support if her mental health deteriorates
Autism can make adapting to change, decision-making and social situations challenging.
She benefits from emotional regulation support, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) techniques and daily walks.
Her seizures are infrequent, but she will require support during recovery if she occasionally has one.
Role Responsibilities
Prompting and motivating with daily routines, housework, meal preparation, medication and maintaining a safe home.
Supporting with dog care, training and daily dog walks.
Supporting her to engage in social activities and build friendships.
Assisting with admin tasks such as medical appointments, letters and household management.
Providing transport for necessary activities - a clean driving licence is essential.
Offering emotional reassurance and communication support.
Supporting her to make her own decisions
Being physically active and alert, especially during moments of distress.
What She’s Looking For
She values PAs who are:
Kind, calm and empathetic
Positive and motivating
Good conversational skills and a sense of humour.
Patient, reliable and physically active
Open-minded and eager to learn
Dog lovers and keen to interact with her dog.
You’ll be introduced by her current team to ensure a thorough and supportive induction.
Requirements:
Female applicants only (Equality Act 2010 exception)
Two references
Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by Local Authority)
Willingness to learn and engage with complex mental health needs
If you bring warmth, patience and a genuine desire to support others, she would love to hear from you.
Shifts:
She is looking for 12 hour cover and ad hoc shifts, both day and night from 9am-9pm and 9pm-9am These shifts will be to cover PA sickness and holidays.
Services
Meal Preparation
Domestic Care
Support to remain independent
Self Employed
Training
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Understanding challenging behaviour
Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Own personal car
Medical
Epilepsy Awareness
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep