Personal Assistant JW / Dorset / 210723

The Role: To provide 1 to 1 support to a sociable young lady, in her own home and to provide personal care. This is a part-time position, but with the view to become a full-time position with a group of well-established carers.

Main Duties

· To accompany within the sensory den at home

· To assist with standing transfers, but hoisting occasionally needed (Full training to be given)

· Accompanying with hydrotherapy

· Assisting with toileting, and bathing

· Accompany and assist to access the community

· Keeping track of appointments and general admin duties

· To assist with equipment, such as Rifton pacer walking frame, wheelchairs, and communication aids

· To facilitate activities

· To assist with feeding and drinking, Please note that this role may be subject to a DBS check, your employer may also ask for you to supply references.

Please note, Compass Disability Services (Compass Independent Living Team) is a support, advisory and payroll service.

We support people with a disability or long-term health condition to live independently and retain control of their lives within the community.

We are not the person that you will work for.

You will work for the individual or family that we are supporting.

· Respectful of confidentiality and privacy

· Responsible, reliable and trustworthy

· Respectful of dignity and independence

· Good communication skills and social skills

· Punctual, and flexible

· Positive attitude, energetic and empowering

Car owner with driving license and business insurance is essential.