Personal Care Assistant
Professional, Personal Care Assistant Required, in Bath
I am a middle-aged lady, who uses an electric wheelchair living in the Combe Down area of Bath, I was recentlydescribed as a relaxed person, I like to work with assistants who like to chat, but also like it when I am left to get on with things. Due to the deterioratingnature of my impairment, my support needs are increasing so I have good days and bad (my pain increases and I am a bit wobbly...). I need PAs who are able to use their initiative, whilst allowing me my independence. Before covid I was doing a PHD at the University of Bath, now I just want to complete drafting what was going to be my thesis. A new PA will be joining a small team of carers who work one to one with myself. Drivers would be welcome but not essential; I would like to go out and about. I attend hydro fortnightly at the RUH. I love gardening, theatre, and other arts events; I live with a small dog who responds to my respiratory levels and will make sure PAs give me my meds when needed. I consider her as my family even though she works as a health assistance dog!
Working Days & Hours:
We have the need for 2 new PAs to complete the rolling rota, we already have four PAs.
Each sleepover is on site where a bed is provided.
The team works together to make it flexible so it works for everyone.
The rota is a rolling rota, usually over two weeks, each day is allocated per person.
Typical shifts per person, 2 days per week (flexible) from 10am -10am. (24 hours per shift)
Personal Care Assistant Duties:
Must be fit and healthy as I need assistance around the house and on day trips.
Transferring me in and out of my bed and wheelchair.
Assistance with dailypersonal care, including need help with washing, dressing & showering.
To cook & prepare food, snacks and drinks.
To accompany me to appointments frequently most medical reviews are inLondon.
To be able to work with my dog, and care for her.
To accompany me out for daytrips.
To assist my Enzyme Replacement Therapy (at home on Thursdays)
Running local errands; food shopping etc.
Domestic assistance, such as cleaning etc.
Assisting me with my medication,doing my nebuliser and CPAP.
Collecting my medication as and when required
Assisting me with my laptop, paperwork for care reviews and writing
The Person I am looking for: Previous care experience is not essential but desired.
Have a professional, can do, attitude to your work.
Compassionate, empathic, and caring to my daily needs.
Able to follow instructions, as well as being able to work on your own initiative.
Must be competent in English, writing and speaking.
If you feel you match the requirements, please apply by clicking below and I look forward to reviewing your application!
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