Job Reference: 83165
Date Added: 21st November 2024
Relief Personal Assistants to support independent lady in Lerwick.
We are looking for compassionate and confident Relief Personal Assistants to support a lady who is 91 years old. Although she remains very independent, she requires assistance with personal care tasks, medication management & meal support.
This is an ideal role for someone who is experienced in care and is confident in their abilities to provide support with dignity and respect.
Key Responsibilities:
- Personal Care Assistance: Support with showering, washing, dressing, and medication.
- Meal Support: Assistance with meal preparation, serving, and ensuring nutritional needs are met.
- Reassurance: Provide emotional reassurance during personal care routines and day-to-day activities.
- Tidying Up: Light housekeeping after personal care routines to maintain a tidy living space.
- Social Interaction: Building a relationship over time that may include light social support and companionship, once trust is established.
Qualities We Are Looking For:
- Patience & Confidence: The ability to handle the responsibilities with empathy, patience, and confidence.
- Experience in Care: Previous experience in a care-related role is essential, particularly with elderly clients who are mostly independent.
- Kind and Strong Personality: You should be able to be firm yet kind, with the ability to follow instructions and understand the client’s needs clearly.
- Understanding Independence: Ability to respect the client’s desire for independence while providing support as needed.
Working Hours:
- Morning Support: Monday to Friday, 1 hour each day.
- Lunch Support: Monday to Friday, 1 hour each day.
- Teatime Support: Monday to Sunday, 1 hour each day.
- Overnight Support: 2 overnight shifts per week (sleep-in shifts). A spare room is available.
While the main PA covers most of the regular care, relief support is needed for holiday cover and occasional extra hours. There are 34 hours available weekly, but the position will primarily be for relief work, holiday cover etc. Weekly hours may increase as a relationship is built with the client.
If this interests you please complete the application form.
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