Personal Care Assistant for two boys P/T@ £16.41/hr in Hexham - FTE - £32.0k
Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: e601596d
We are looking for a committed Care Worker to provide support in a very rural location for two brothers within the family home and out in the community. Both boys have a diagnosis of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and require support with the following tasks:
Needs of Younger Brother 8 hours per week (11 years old)· Help getting up in the morning, support with personal care, toileting and dressing, getting ready for school. Monday to Friday mornings term-time only between 7am – 8am (30 mins)
· Future help with using the toileting needs will be required when mobility declines
· Help with retrieving objects from the floor and be hoisted off the floor into a chair as he cannot get up from the floor
· Help with showering/bathing, drying, undressing, cleaning his teeth and getting ready for bed twice a week on a Wednesday and Sunday evenings between 7pm – 10pm (1.5 hrs)
Use of Equipment:
Training in the use of hoists and slings will be provided· He uses a powerchair when outside of the house
· He has a ceiling hoist to hoist him into and out of the shower or bath chair
Needs of Older Brother 8 Hours per week (13 years old)· Support with getting out of bed Monday to Friday morning term-time only between 7am – 8am (30 mins). Support with using a ceiling hoist, toileting, dressing, cleaning his teeth and getting ready for school
· Help with showering/bathing, drying, undressing, cleaning his teeth and getting ready for bed twice a week on a Wednesday and Sunday evenings between 7pm – 10pm (1.5 hrs)
· Assistance with drinking and doing activities as he has very limited use of his arms
Use of Equipment:· He uses a powerchair when inside and outside of the house
· He has a ceiling hoist to hoist him into and out of the shower or bathActivities and Support for Both Boys· The support will involve taking the boys out into the local community, including going to a cafe, or going for a walk 3 hours per week
· The boys’ hobbies and interests include eating out, playing video games, lego, and watching movies.
· There will be a requirement to support with medication administration for both boys through a dosette box. As well as some moving and handling; including the use of a hoist.
Full training and demonstration will be provided.
Due to the nature of their disability, the successful applicant will be required to always ensure their safety.
A Summary of the Main Duties:· To support both boys individually to access age appropriate activities both at home and in the wider community· To provide support to the family through carers relief for parents· To build a relationship with the client understanding their nature and communication skills· To provide support with personal care as and when required.· To ensure the boys are kept safe from all risks and dangersHours:64 hours (approx. 16 hours per week) within a 4-week period to be used flexibly to meet the needs of the family, morning/evening and weekend support required.We are looking for individuals who share our core values as listed below:· Have a high degree of initiative.
· Be punctual and reliable.
· Be flexible.
· Have a happy positive caring nature.
Rates of pay:£16.41 per hour. 5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata)Out of pocket expenses will be met by the Employer. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and references (Cost to be met by Employer).
Due to the rural location, a car driver is essential and you must have Business Insurance.
Key Responsibilities
Services - Personal Care
- Social + Leisure activities
Training - Safeguarding Adults/Children
- Moving & Handling
- Hand hygiene
Transportation - Full UK driving license
- Own personal car
Medical - Safe Administration of Medication
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com