Personal Care Assistant for a young man 26 hr/wk £13.15/hr in Worcester park - FTE - £25.6k

Personal Care Assistant for a young man 26 hr/wk@ £13.15/hr in Worcester park - FTE - £25.6k

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 746453ce

Overview

I am a 27-year-old man who lives with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a progressive neuromuscular condition. I have been using a powered wheelchair since 2015. I am a determined and stubborn individual (in a good way!) who tries to make the most of life.I studied Neuroscience at the University of Nottingham between 2015-2018 and MSc Science Communication at the University of Sheffield between 2018-2019. I worked in healthcare communications for 18 months, and I’m now doing a part-time 2-year distance learning MSc course in Sustainable Development at SOAS. I have also done work with different charities supporting people with DMD including the Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance. I currently live at home.I have a keen interest in healthcare, science and being outdoors. Music is one of my passions, and at one point, I wanted to be a sound engineer/producer. I have a varied taste in music, DJing and making music when I have time! I am interested in watching sports, the outdoors/walking, nature, gardening, design, reading and sailing. It would be great to have a PA who shares these interests.I am a sociable person who enjoys going out, but I do enjoy my own space and quiet.I am looking for someone who can work for 26 hours a week with flexibility. I need someone who can support me to live an independent life whilst living at home. I need help with daily tasks, personal care (hoisting, toileting, showering/washing, dressing, daily stretching, weekly swimming/hydrotherapy etc.), domestic tasks (meal + drink prep, maintaining a clean and tidy environment, cleaning ventilator, hoovering, ironing, making bed, cleaning room, wheelchair, shower seat etc.) socialising/going out (attending events, packing bag etc.), working from home and general support. Being able to drive a Motability vehicle (automatic) is essential for this role.
I am looking for someone who can work 26 hours a week and is flexible in the evenings and weekends. The rate of pay is £13.15 per hour.
Working between 4 – 12 hours shifts:

• Availability between 7:30 am – 19:30 pm
• Availability\flexibility to work some evenings (Wed 18:30 – 11:30) and weekends (Sundays 17:00 – 21:00)
• Working patterns and start times can be flexible and agreed upon after discussion.
• Extra hours worked will be paid for subject to agreement

Job description

I need help with personal care, including showering/washing, dressing, toileting, hoist transfers, and overnight ventilation (including daily cleaning of the ventilator, putting the ventilator mask on and turning the machine on/off).I require support with domestic/cleaning tasks (I like to be clean and tidy!), cleaning my chair, shopping and tasks involved in independently maintaining a household. I require a PA who can support me with cooking and food preparation (although I know how to cook myself and can provide instructions). Having a PA who has cooking skills and enjoys cooking healthy food is essential. I like my food!I need help picking up and moving heavy objects/items as required and when going out, packing and unpacking my bag.I need help with a daily stretching regime, standing wheelchair, and weekly swimming. I need somebody who enjoys exercise and sports and who is happy to support me with stretching. I also require support when I go sailing (you don’t have to get in the boat! - The season for this is between April and September/October).Driving (automatic) is essential for this role. I have a Motability vehicle that you may be able to drive for trips/activities on occasion. However, I can drive from my powered wheelchair for some journeys (I can drive for short journeys - up to one hour).Previous experience in manual handling is necessary. However, I am confident in being able to train you in how I like to be supported/assisted.Please be aware that the job specification may change over time as my condition progresses.Please ask for more details for my detailed job description, specification and care plan.

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid
• Hand hygiene

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car
• Can drive a motability equipped car

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