Male Support Worker/Personal Care Assistant JN.CE.1.25

Take Control North Lanarkshire; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A care service organization in Airdrie seeks a Personal Assistant for a 22-year-old individual with a neurological disability. The role involves assisting with personal care, medication, and promoting social engagement through various community activities. Ideal candidates should be outgoing, have care experience, and possess a Full UK Manual Driving Licence. The position guarantees 33 hours per week at a rate of £13.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant care experience.
• Driver with a Full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential.
• Ability to attend to personal care needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care needs.
• Administer medication.
• Cook and prepare healthy snacks.
• Engage in social activities and hobbies.
• Promote independent living.

Skills

Outgoing nature

Good interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Knowledge of Autism & ADHD

Job description

Jack, a 22 year old with a lively fun personality, requires a male Personal Assistant. He has a Neurological Disability, and lives in the Airdrie area. He enjoys a good laugh, music and comedy shows.

We are looking for a PA who is energetic, forward planning and who will develop new and interesting opportunities for Jack.

The role is to support Jack to meet new friends, try a variety of community groups, and enjoy his hobbies and interests.

Being an animal lover, his favourite places to visit are; Deep Sea World, Blair Drummond Safari Park and Edinburgh Zoo.

Your duties would involve assisting with tasks such as:

· Attending to personal care needs of toileting including bowel movements

· Medication

· Cooking and preparing healthy snacks

· Walking, football one to one, bowling, going to places of interest, clothes shopping, community groups and out for food

· Any other daily living tasks to promote independent living

The most important qualities are an outgoing, warm and friendly nature.

Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Must take a proactive and innovative approach to support and encourage individual to be involved in activities suited to their needs.

Driver with a Full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential and you will be driving a manual Motability vehicle.

Relevant care experience and knowledge of Autism & ADHD is essential.

Hours of Work (with a degree of flexibility)

Recruiting for 1 position.

Guaranteed permanent position of 33 hours per week.

Days and Times:

Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed and discussed at interview.

Mon to Fri: 11am – 4pm, Saturday or Sunday:10am – 6pm.

Hourly Rate:

£13.00 per hour