Personal Care Assistant Inverness

Job title

Personal Care Assistant (Culloden, Inverness)

About Myself

I’m a 61 years old quadriplegic gentleman who is outgoing, creative and inspiring with a good sense of humour. I have a passion for Graphic Design work and can occupy my mind for lengthy spells. I spend a lot of time on the computer and especially online. I also enjoy going out in my adapted car for day trips or even just for a visit to a café.

Role Summary

My personal assistant will be alongside me to help me with daily living. This involves:

• Build a supportive & responsive relationship to my care needs
• Assist with washing, dressing, continence care and hoisting
• Meal Preparation including cooking
• Dispensing medication
• General Housekeeping duties
• Use of a ceiling hoist whilst being mindful of moving & handling techniques at all times
• Work with an agreed care plan and under the direction of the supported person
• Awareness of Health & Safety Legislation with regards to caring for someone in their own home

Attributes and skills required

• Experience in hoisting
• Caring & Sensitive Personality
• Outgoing with a good sense of humour
• Flexible & Adaptable with the ability to manage a range of support tasks
• Honest, Reliable and Trustworthy
• Ability to work unsupervised
• You are patient and understanding
• You can use common sense
• You will respect my privacy and that of my family

Availability Required

Initially: Sundays 9am-9pm also for holiday cover, sickness, etc.

Following a probation period, shifts can be combined to allow for 24 hour care cover, and I could need support during overnight shifts.

Salary

£14.00 per hour plus holiday allowance (pro rata) and 3% pension