Direct Payments Worker/Personal Assistant

Direct Payments Worker/Personal Assistant

Summary

This is an external vacancy and is not employment with East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

Gentleman in his early 60s requires a Personal Assistant to support him in the home and out and about locally. Gentleman has epilepsy although his medication controls this. He enjoys going for walks and out with his dog and requires support to prevent him from falling.

The role is to keep him company, forming a trusting relationship to make him feel safe. This role will also give his family member time from her caring role.

Candidates must have patience and empathy and reliability, whilst respecting privacy of gentleman and his family member.

DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post - Cost to be met by the local authority.

The Direct Payments Support Service is an in-house service provided by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council. The service promotes independent choice and inclusion, allowing our service users to employ their own care and support as needed. We support many individuals with varying abilities, assisting with advertising and recruitment for a range of roles including support workers, carers and personal assistants.

DBS/Medical check

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check.

Direct Payments Worker/Personal Assistant

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