Personal Assistant

at  East Riding of Yorkshire Council

THE JOB ITSELF

77-year-old lady, in the Preston area, with various conditions including MS and Secondary Respiratory Failure, looking for a Personal Assistant to provide a fulfilling and life enriching experience. This may be interesting conversation, accompanying client on trips out, playing games, craft, cinema and theatre visits etc. The ethos is that life is about living and not just existing!
A genuine occupational requirement for a female worker exists for this post under the Equality Act 2010 due to privacy and decency.
Seeking applicants who are friendly, flexible, patient, and sensitive to the needs of the client, whilst promoting privacy and dignity at all times. Candidates will have to deliver an exceptional level of care and commitment to a lovely lady with complex needs. Ideally, candidates will have an established background in complex care or will have experience in care and be dedicated and willing to learn a specific and detailed routine.
The role will involve personal care, feeding via RIG, using NIV and Cough Assist Machines, Nebuliser, hoists and preparing/administering medication. The role will also include carrying out basic physio, speech therapy and various light domestic duties around the home. It will involve working alongside a care company when personal care is being delivered. Full training will be given, along with ongoing support.

Shifts available:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8am to 8pm
• Thursday, Friday 8am to 8pm
• Saturday, Sunday 8am to 8pm
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8pm to 8am
• Friday, Saturday, Sunday 8pm to 8am

The role(s) may require cover for sickness and holidays.
Car driver with own vehicle with business use is essential.
DBS/reference checks will be required for this post – cost to be met by the local authority

Please refer the Job description for details