About the Employer

Young lady who has autistic traits but not been diagnosed is looking for the right person to support her with her confidence, and help her to gain street awareness. Lacks the motivation to go out but when she does go out she enjoys it but does have hyper-tone low-tone that can make walking long distances hard. Bubbly with a great sense of humour but can be strong willed and knows her own mind. Will need someone with patience and empathy because at the moment she is withdrawn so it is also important to find someone who will give her time to build her trust and confidence in you.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Mobility / Physical • Cognitive / Learning • Mental Health

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Shopping• Cinema• Going outdoors

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Other relevant information

• The individual keeps pets in the home.2 dogs and 1 cat.

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
• Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.

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The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).

Transport Requirement

Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.

Required Skills

• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to work on own initiative.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is essential.
• Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
• Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.