Youth Community Support & Independence Assistant

Barrie Bookkeeping & Payroll Solutions Ltd; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrie Bookkeeping & Payroll Solutions Ltd is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a young person in community activities. The role emphasizes safety, routine, and promoting independence during outings and daily tasks.

You will accompany activities, help with planning meaningful leisure, and maintain clear communication with the individual and caregivers, ensuring dignity and confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• Patient, calm and understanding nature.
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to explain things clearly and check understanding.
• Ability to support and encourage independence and personal development.
• Awareness of health, safety and risk management when supporting someone in the community.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, dignity and respect.
• Ability to build a positive professional relationship.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training required for the role.
• Understanding of the principles of person-centred support.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to enable the individual to access community, leisure and recreational activities.
• Accompany the individual to activities, appointments and outings as agreed.
• Encourage and support the development of independence, confidence and life skills.
• Assist with planning and participating in meaningful activities that reflect the individual's interests and preferences.
• Support the individual to follow established routines and maintain consistency in daily activities.
• Promote safety and wellbeing when accessing the community and participating in activities.
• Provide clear communication and reassurance, adapting communication methods where required to support understanding.
• Support the individual to make informed choices and decisions where appropriate.
• Follow agreed support plans, risk assessments and employer guidance at all times.
• Monitor wellbeing during support sessions and respond appropriately to any health or safety concerns in line with agreed procedures and training.
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality and respect for the individual's privacy and dignity.
• Keep accurate records of hours worked and any relevant information as required by the employer.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Clear communication

Independence

Health and safety awareness

Initiative

Confidentiality

Positive attitude

Job description

Barrie Bookkeeping & Payroll Solutions Ltd is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a young person in community activities. The role emphasizes safety, routine, and promoting independence during outings and daily tasks.

You will accompany activities, help with planning meaningful leisure, and maintain clear communication with the individual and caregivers, ensuring dignity and confidentiality at all times.