Personal assistant required for man with an acquired brain injury - 2 night per week - Leeds - LS12

2   Waking -  very busy  night  shifts   per week Thursday and Friday 9pm to 7am - 20 hours per week  , also overtime hours available  through out  the day .
                                                                  full training will be given
I am a young man with an acquired brain injury , you must  understand  or  be prepared to learn how this can affect my thoughts and behavior   and  support me accordingly. 
 
 Rate of pa: £10.55

PURPOSE OF JOB 

    my pa must ensure that i am kept safe ,comfortable and well throughout the night 

 
 My pa must be able to handle the physical skills of lifting, pushing and bending. They do not have to be strong to do this, technique is as important as physical strength. They must be prepared to assist with intimate personal care.


SUPERVISION


 You will be directed by and accountable to me/my mother at all times. You will always ask what is required and not make assumptions about any aspect of the assistance I need or how it should be carried out.

MAIN DUTIES

 The pa will be required to do the following tasks and may be asked to carry out other tasks of a similar role or deemed a reasonable request You will be informed of which tasks need carrying out on a particular day.



Personal Assistant Support Tasks



Support me with aspects of personal care.

Ensure that medication schedule is adhered to.

Provide me with stimulation as required 

Provide care in accordance with the support plan.

Accompany me outside the home such as shopping, along with days out plus anything in the middle.

Prepare numerous small meals throughout the day that meet my dietary needs, ensure that drinks are available at all times.

Support me to maintain my existing skills/capabilities and in line with my support plan develop any other identified needs.

Support me to maintain and keep tidy any areas within the family home.

Submit monthly timesheets to senior pa each month.

Ensure all your training is up to date.

Communicate with numerous agencies/organizations. 

Ensure all accident records are kept up to date.

Ensure all paperwork is kept up to date.

. Any other request that I may reasonably make