Personal Assistant (Waking Night) - 40 Hours Per Week - Dalgety Bay (SDS / DM / 324437)
Self Direct Support Options Fife, Dalgety Bay, Fife
Personal Assistant (Waking Night) - 40 Hours Per Week - Dalgety Bay (SDS / DM / 324437)
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Self Direct Support Options Fife, Dalgety Bay, Fife
- Full time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 1 week ago, 11 Apr | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 3112ef798f1c43778298a8eff36ffa41
Location ref: Dalgety Bay, Fife
Location Ref: Dalgety Bay, Fife
Full Job Description
We are looking for personal assistant to help a 40 year old male with his waking nights care. Shifts will be planned by the client to cover waking nights Wednesday to Sunday. This can be discussed in more detail at interview. Our client will accept applications for some or all of these hours.
Our client is diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. This type of dystrophy is a severe genetic disorder leading to progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. He also has respiratory failure, tracheostomy and incontinent.
We are therefore looking for someone to assist overnight monitoring his equipment, making sure he is comfortable and assisting when needed. He enjoys watching tv, movies and listening to music. There is a desk and chair in the room for you to use but must be awake during shift.
The role includes:
· Personal care if needed
· Light housework
· Preparing drinks and snacks
Applicants must have a caring attitude, be reliable with a positive and flexible approach to work. Having experience within this area would be of benefit.
This role requires an enhanced check through PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) where you will be asked to provide a copy of your certificate to your new Employer for their records.