Self-Employed Personal Assistant required for young person 19hr/wk @£16.00/hr in Rochester - Rochester - ME2
Job Reference (6ca55777)
A 21-year-old young man is looking for self-employed Personal Assistants (PAs) to provide support.
He is bright, independent, assertive, and strong-willed, and has a diagnosis of Global Developmental Delay, Autism, ADHD, and Anxiety.
Although he can come across as very capable, he benefits from support from someone who is observant, encouraging, and motivational to help him stay on track with daily routines and activities. Support will include helping to maintain his independence and encouraging completion of everyday tasks such as tidying his bedroom, washing up, and other daily living activities.
This role would suit someone who is:
- Calm, patient, and reliable
- Motivational and able to encourage independence
- Happy to support community activities and outings, such as shopping trips and visits to funfairs
- Comfortable around animals, as he has a large dog
- A driver with a full driving licence and access to their own vehicle
The role involves supporting him both at home and in the community, enabling him to take part in activities he enjoys while developing and maintaining his independent living skills.
Requirements
As the support package is funded by Medway Council, successful applicants will be required to demonstrate their self-employed status.
The role will also require you to:
- Communicate and work alongside a small team supporting him
- Complete daily support records and submit them to the Nominated Agent
- Hold a current Enhanced DBS certificate for working with adults
- Provide:
- Evidence of self-employed status
- A Contract for Services
- Public Liability Insurance
- Valid car insurance including business cover
This is a rewarding opportunity to support a young man to maintain his independence, achieve his day-to-day goals, and enjoy meaningful activities within his local community.
Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our clients. Should your application be successful and you are offered the position, your contract will be directly with the customer and not by Medway Council.
The client can only accept applications if you have the right to work in the UK. Please do not apply if you require sponsorships or visa.
Services
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Self Employed
Training
Autism / Aspergers
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