Support Worker - Hawick, United Kingdom - Encompass

Encompass

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Hawick, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Purpose of Job

I am a young disabled man who is looking for someone to join my existing team of workers assisting me with all aspects of my care.

You will support and encourage my independence. I live with my mother in Hawick.
I require assistance with personal care, particularly in the mornings and at night. A hoist is used for all transfers and up-to-date moving & handling training is essential. This can be arranged if required.

I'm pretty laid back and need people who can give me my own space and be respectful of my wishes.

When I am at home, I require someone to be around in case I need something e.g giving me my food and drinks, assist me to move to my computer or in front of the TV etc.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

I am currently looking for an additional support worker to help out with both daytime support and my bedtime routine.

Clear and precise guidance will be given by my mother, and duties will include the following:

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Morning - using hoist, assist me out of bed, then full support to shave, shower, clean my teeth and/or going to toilet as required, continence care, then get me dressed. Tidying of the shower area and my bedroom before going downstairs for breakfast.

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Bedtime:

- full assistance to brush my teeth, wipe hands/face, change into nightwear, and safely transfer me into bed. Positioning of physio equipment for passive stretching and relaxation. Some light house-hold duties, including tidying up and doing some dishes.

Other duties by arrangement to attend groups/clubs throughout the day.

Person Specification

Cheerful/positive individual;
Good timekeeping;
You must be honest, trustworthy and reliable;
You must be a good communicator;
You must be patient and sensitive to my specific needs.

Hours of Work
Specifics to be agreed, but ideally

Mondays & Thursdays from 9am to 2pm;

Sunday to Thursday bedtimes around 9.30pm to 10.30pm depending on activities - 1 hour approx;
Saturday and Sunday mornings - time to be agreed;
Occasional additional hours by arrangement.

Terms and Conditions
Hourly Rate of Pay - £ £12.00 per hour depending on experience;
Contribution towards travel costs can be discussed;
Paid annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks pro rata;

Job Type:
Part-time

Part-time hours: 15 per week

Salary:
£11.00 per hour

Physical setting: