Job Description
Looking for an empathetic, self starter of a PA, to assist me in the house and around the community when my partner and usual PA unavailable.
A strong problem solver and love helping others- you’ll find this a fun and flexible way to get a few occasional work hours. Gaining experience for a career in caring, healthcare and hospitality.
Roles and Responsibilities
Cook and prepare meals fulfilling dietary requirements- I will usually provide a recipe.
Support with medication reminders.
Maintain notes of tasks and support required- keeping a diary of support given (due to memory issues).
Support at home to carry out physiotherapy exercises and creative arts activities for Positive Mental Health.
Collecting items from other rooms due to restricted mobility.
Assess the environment for risks such as trip hazards, and offer ways you can help to mitigate these risks.
Help with laundry, cleaning and housekeeping.
Maybe required to lift and move foldable wheelchair (21kg) risk assessment and training provided for this.
Access to business ensured vehicle- to transport folded wheelchair.
Communication support with services- calling professionals on your behalf.
Optional : help with showering after hydrotherapy. (in swimwear)
Specific Requirements
Medication training. (Free learning provided via e-learning platform).
Food safety training.
Required Training
Food safety certificate. (Both can be completed via a free e-learning platform)
Medication handing.
About Me
I have heart/ neurological condition that limits how much time I can spend standing and sitting upright. I am a high masking neurodivergent with ADHD and autism.
I’m looking for someone who I can be myself.
I would like someone who can provide emotional support when required.
I am cognitively independent- although I do have some memory issues. that why I like to keep a diary of support.
Hobbies and Interests
I like painting and general arts and crafts. I enjoy gardening and playing video games. I am very enthusiastic cat owner and enjoy training my cats.
Other Relevant Information
Benefit is that you could use the e-learning portal- for anything required for this job role and your own use.
Not required to accept all shifts if doesn’t fit around any other job or responsibility.
PA can smoke but must take a break to do this- not within hours being paid for.