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ENABLE Scotland; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plans

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loans

Blue Light Card membership

SVQ health and social care quals

Job summary

ENABLE Scotland in Lanark is seeking a caring Personal Assistant to provide person-centred overnight support, helping Scott live independently and participate in the activities that matter most to him. You will assist with personal care, mobility, appointments and daily living tasks, with shifts totaling 24 hours per week.

The role involves seven-day coverage, typically 8pm–8am, to support Scott’s independence and active community life.

Responsibilities

• Personal care and maintaining wellbeing
• Medication support where required
• Moving and handling support
• Assisting with daily living tasks
• Accompanying to appointments and activities
• Promoting choice, independence and inclusion
• Providing emotional support and encouragement to achieve goals

Job description

24 HOURS PER WEEK - Overnight Support Shift

We are looking for caring, reliable and motivated Personal Assistants to join our dedicated team in Lanark.

As a Personal Assistant, you will provide person-centred support, helping the people we support to live independently, achieve their personal goals and take part in the activities that matter most to them.

Support may include:

• Personal care and maintaining personal wellbeing
• Medication support where required
• Moving and handling support
• Supporting daily living tasks and household activities
• Accompanying individuals to appointments and social activities
• Promoting choice, independence and inclusion within the community
• Providing emotional support and encouragement to achieve personal outcomes

Let us introduce you to Scott:

Scott enjoys getting out and about in his local community, going for walks, visiting the shops and making the most of every day. At home, he enjoys watching movies and spending time with friends.

Scott receives support seven days a week, typically between 8am and 8pm, then 8pm till 8am to help him maintain his independence and continue enjoying the activities that are important to him.

As Scott's Personal Assistant, you'll support him to stay connected to his community, achieve his personal goals and live the life he chooses.

Will you bring your best so Scott can live his best life?

About Us

Why Choose Enable?

At Enable, we're passionate about creating an equal society where everyone has the opportunity to live the life they choose. We're committed to investing in our people, providing excellent training, recognised qualifications and opportunities to develop a long-term career in social care.

Training opportunities include:

• Person-Centred Approaches, Planning and Thinking
• Introduction to Autism
• Epilepsy Awareness
• Moving and Handling
• Adult Support and Protection
• Child Support and Protection
• First Aid
• Positive Behaviour Support

We also offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and professional development, including:

• Health Cash Plans to help cover everyday healthcare costs
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loans*
• Blue Light Card Membership
• Fully funded SVQ Health and Social Care qualifications where required for SSSC registration

About Enable

Enable is a dynamic and values-driven organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people with additional support needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is designed to identify candidates who share our commitment to inclusion, respect and equality.

The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within three months of their start date.

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