Personal Assistant DH / SC / NM

The aim of the job is to provide assistance as required to a wheelchair bound disabled lady who has muscular dystrophy. A Personal Assistant is employed to help with tasks that the individual can now no longer carry out for themselves, and some assistance is required. Getting that right assistance is essential to allow them to live in their own surroundings and still try and be as independent as possible. The job involves assisting the individual with a variety of tasks. Like most people, day today can vary so it is difficult to list every task that is expected of a Personal Assistant. After a period of familiarisation with the duties, you will be required to assist with the following tasks. The post holder will therefore need to be able to work on their own initiative whilst at the same time be respectful of the individuals needs The job requires providing assistance with the following: Personal Tasks

• using hoist/sling
• assistance getting in and out of bed
• assistance toilet
• assistance showering
• assistance dressing and undressing
• assistance brushing hair and teeth
• assistance eating and drinking
Emotional Support
• Reassurance
• Encouragement
• Prompting
• Reminding
Domestic Tasks
• Preparing and cooking food
• washing dishes and cleaning up
• laundry and ironing
• general household cleaning
Social Tasks
• Support with outdoor social activities
• Shopping