Female Support Worker

Job description

About

I am a 19-year-old young woman living at home with my family and I am looking for two Personal Assistants to support me for 4 hours, twice a week. The role is designed to provide my parent with some respite while supporting me to enjoy activities and maintain my independence.

I use a hoist for transfers, and full training will be provided, so previous experience is not essential. On occasion, I may also need support with food preparation and personal care.

I am looking for caring, reliable, and patient individuals who are willing to build a positive working relationship and support me in a respectful and person-centred way.

If you are kind, dependable, and interested in making a positive difference in a young person's life, I would love to hear from you. Please apply for further details.

Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Mobility / Physical

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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 and/or prompt the individual to take medication.

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.