AT IS CURRENTLY RECRUITING A PART-TIME PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO ASSIST A
MAN TO LIVE AN INDEPENDENT LIFE IN THE GOREY, CO. WEXFORD
?iseanna Taca?ochta (?T) provides leadership and support to people
with disabilities to live with the independence, choice and freedom
they are entitled to. For the first time in Ireland, we facilitate
Direct Payments to people with disabilities, enabling them to take
control of their own budgets, their own services and, ultimately,
their own lives.
The Personal Assistant is required to assist gentleman who has a
"Neurological condition" and a power wheelchair user, the PA will
assist within his home. Assist the Gentleman to lead an independent
life. The successful candidates will receive training and development
in line with the role. This role is suitable for highly motivated and
reliable individual who is committed to providing care and supporting
someone to live an independent life of their choosing.
If you are looking for a new and exciting challenge and want to be
part?of a?progressive?organisation?we would be delighted to
receive an application from you.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Position ? Part-time Personal Assistant **Apply on the website**
hours
Location ? Gorey Area, Co Wexfo
d.
Salary Based on experience
A combination of the above hours can be agreed with the successful
candidate. Candidates must be flexible and available to work as on
some occasions there may be longer shifts available.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Providing physical assistance with personal care, which is to be
completed with dignity and respect for privacy (including showering
and dressing)
* Manual hoist transfers to and from wheelchair, bed, shower,
toilet.
* Board transfers to and from wheelchair
* Attending and assisting gentleman providing support to the
individual upon request such as helping with domestic and other
everyday tasks, e.g., meal preparation, routine house cleaning, daily
exercises, shopping etc.
* To undertake other work that may be assigned from time to time
ESSENTIAL FOR THE ROLE:
* FETAC Level 5 in Health Care or equivalent experience
* Manual handling experience/qualification is essential
* Must be available to attend all mandatory training
* Good knowledge of food hygiene
* Full clean driving licence (Individual must have a clean driving
licence and be between the ages of **Apply on the website** and
**Apply on the website** to drive the leaders personal accessible
transport)
* Previous experience working with someone with Neurological
Condition is desirable but not essential
* An understanding of disability and philosophy of Independent
Living
CORE COMPETENCIES:
* Commitment to providing the highest levels of quality service
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
* Strong attention to detail
* Highly organised
* Maintain respect and compassion for the individual
* Legally permitted to work in Ireland
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please note:
* Applicants for the position must provide suitable references two
required one to be from previous employment.
* Employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of
the Garda Vetting.
* Proof of qualifications must be provided and produced at
interview.
TO APPLY:
For more information or TO APPLY, PLEASE FORWARD YOU C.V, COVER LETTER
AND TWO REFERENCES WITH ?PART TIME PERSONAL ASSISTANT? IN THE
SUBJECT LINE? REFALY**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** TO **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE** COPIED TO **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH OF JANUARY
**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** AT 5PM.
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We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
