PM2088 2:1 Male Personal Assistants

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An independent living support service in Wales is seeking two Personal Assistants to provide 2:1 support to a young man. Responsibilities include accompanying him on outings such as shopping and visiting local attractions. The position offers 20 hours per week at a rate of £12.75 per hour, requiring an individual committed to long-term support. Applicants must preferably have experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and challenging behavior. A vehicle is essential for this role.

Benefits

Paid expenses and mileage

Monthly wage with holiday pay

Qualifications

• Committed individual with a willingness to learn about ASD and Pathological Demand Avoidance.
• At least one applicant must have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide 2:1 support for daily activities.
• Encourage social interaction and activities.
• Ensure safety and reassurance in public settings.

Skills

Driving

Experience with ASD

Ability to manage challenging behavior

Job description

Please quote reference PM2088 on application, Apply Now

JOB DESCRIPTION

2:1 MALE Personal Assistants required



A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF



I am a 20 year old young man who lives in the Ferndale area with my mum and our dog. I enjoy playing video games, especially first person shooter games on the Playstation. I also like playing arcade games and I like watching gamer videos on Youtube. I have Autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance and can display some quite challenging behaviour.



I like to spend a lot of time alone and mum said I don’t really see the need for the company of others. On occasion, I can be anxious and when I am, I tend to dust the house. I have developed my social skills, I enjoy going to Costa coffee, Dinosaur park in Cardiff and I like explore new things on my own terms.



I have little sense of danger, you may need to be aware of my movements if we are crossing the road as I can be unpredictable or not concentrate.



I do not like any bugs that fly, this is a big fear of mine and this can trigger my anxiety. In this situation, I need reassurance or moving away from the area.





PURPOSE OF JOB



I am looking for two Personal Assistants as I need 2:1 support as I finish college in December. I would like someone who can act as a buddy to me and encourage me to get out and about more to do the things I enjoy the most.



PLACE OF WORK



Local area around Ferndale, Merythr, Nantgarw, Barry





HOURS OF WORK



20 hours per week split between 2 PA’s

10 hours per PA



Daytime hours, potentially over 3-4 days but this is flexible depending on what I would want to do





RATE OF PAY



£12.75 per hour

Including paid expenses and mileage













TASKS INVOLVED



Going to Costa coffee
Shopping
Going to Cardiff Castle
Cinema
I would enjoy any dinosaur related activity
Driving me to the games arcade in either Merthyr or Nantgarw

















TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED



Someone who is committed to the role and will work with me in the long term
Atleast one person who can drive and have access to a vehicle and business class insurance
Someone who either has experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance and ASD or at least be willing to do some research into understanding this
Someone who is used to dealing with challenging behaviour





ABOUT THE JOB



Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay given. The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check - which will need to be carried out before employment can commence. The cost of this will be met by the employer (Local Authority).The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK



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