JOB OVERVIEW

We are recruiting for compassionate, caring and passionate individuals for our Personal Care Assistant post, supporting our client who has sustained a spinal cord injury.
The ideal candidate will have a genuine desire for helping others and will possess experience in a caring and supportive environment.
A full clean driving licence is a pre requisite for all applying.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Full clean driving licence
• Stable work history with a minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role
• Proficient in English and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy towards others

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

-Experience in working with Spinal Cord Injury
-Experience driving a wheelchair adapted vehicle
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Implement care plans and report any changes in the client’s condition
• Complete daily shift notes
• Support client with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Support client with mobility around the home or outside
  -Support client in social and recreational activities
  -Drive client to appointments and other venues as required using client’s wheelchair accessible vehicle
• Help with meal preparation
• Perform light housekeeping tasks
• Communicate effectively with client, families, care team and healthcare professionals
  -Liaise with Case Manager and report any concerns