Compassionate PA for Teen with Complex Needs

Independent lives; Worthing; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,791,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Lives is seeking a warm, positive Personal Assistant to support a wonderful young girl in her day-to-day life in Worthing. The role involves helping with medication prompting, personal care, meals, mobility, and various activities to enable her to enjoy parks, shops and cafes.

You will build a trusting bond through non-verbal communication, patience, and empathy. The successful candidate will drive a wheelchair-adapted vehicle, promote safety, and engage in outings while supporting a

Qualifications

• Must be able to support a child with complex needs including cerebral palsy, epilepsy and non-verbal communication cues.

Responsibilities

• Medication prompting/administering.
• Personal grooming assistance.
• Eating and drinking assistance.
• Moving and handling.
• Clinical tasks as required.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Driving license

Reliability

Non-verbal cues

Job description

Independent Lives is seeking a warm, positive Personal Assistant to support a wonderful young girl in her day-to-day life in Worthing. The role involves helping with medication prompting, personal care, meals, mobility, and various activities to enable her to enjoy parks, shops and cafes.

You will build a trusting bond through non-verbal communication, patience, and empathy. The successful candidate will drive a wheelchair-adapted vehicle, promote safety, and engage in outings while supporting a