Two Personal Care Assistants (Male or Female) for a teenage boy in the Sacriston area - DURHAM - DH1.
Immediate need for two Personal Care Assistants (Male or Female) both required at the same time to provide care and support to a 14-year-old boy with autism. PAs to be able to take this boy out in the community and for overnight care in the carers’ home. Family home is in Sacriston, Durham.
Responsibilities:
1. 20 hours (17:00-13:00) sleepover/overnight respite care once every fortnight with 2:1 carer.
2. 6 hours day respite/week during school holidays with 2:1 carer.
3. Overnight care will need to be provided in the support worker’s own home.
4. Provide one-on-one interaction, sensory or activity stimulation, promoting OT based activities during respite time both in carers’ home and in community-based activities.
5. Assist with personal hygiene and toileting needs.
The boy you will be supporting is nonverbal, has complex and high sensory needs but does not show aggression towards others. He is often a happy, affectionate, gentle youngster who enjoys tickles.
Compensation:
£12 hourly rate and negotiable hourly rate for self-employed Personal Assistants.
Additional Information:
1. Some experience of working with ASD children would be preferred.
2. A driving licence with own transport is essential.
3. An enhanced DBS will be required, the cost will be covered by the employer.
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