Support Worker, Caregiver

Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved.

I am an active young autistic man who lives in his own home. I enjoy the outdoors and enjoy various activities - I am looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Personal Assistant/Mentor to join a small, friendly team supporting me in my everyday activities. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys making a genuine difference whilst supporting independence and promoting an active lifestyle.

• Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.

The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.