Experienced Female Support Worker Required in Portsmouth
To provide care and support to a young person with Cerebral Palsy and Autism, who is fully wheelchair dependent.
The ideal candidate must have an energetic and enthusiastic approach, must be patient and enjoy doing craft activities, as the young person enjoys doing this on a daily basis.
You must have previous experience of working with people with Autism and associated behavioral challenges.
You will work in the person’s own home and undertake a wide range of duties to include collecting the young person from school, personal care, moving and handling, hoisting, medication administration as well as support with and promoting their rehabilitation.
Responsibilities will also include enabling and encouraging the client to access school, leisure and community activities.
You must hold a full UK driving licence, be willing to drive the clients vehicle to and from school and accompany the client on trips within the community.
Some household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and shopping will also be required.
The client has two dogs and duties will also include some pet care and dog walking.
Hours of work
15 hours per week
Monday 12:00-17:00
Wednesday 12:00-17:00
Thursday 12:00-17:00
Rates of Pay
£15.00 per hour