LILS / SD / CJC - Male Personal Assistant
Lancashire Independent Living Service, Higher Heysham, Lancaster
LILS / SD / CJC - Male Personal Assistant
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Lancashire Independent Living Service, Higher Heysham, Lancaster
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 14 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: c9a83798833144a7a4865f3005ad06f2
Location ref: Higher Heysham, Lancaster
Full Job Description
We are seeking an active, friendly, kind, honest, and reliable support worker to assist a 16-year-old teenager boy with autism, ADHD, and Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). The ideal candidate will have experience and qualifications working with children with autism and a good understanding of neuro-diverse needs. Duties will include helping him develop life skills, promote independence, and keep him safe both at home and in the community. Responsibilities include:
- Prompting and encouraging personal care, and dressing appropriately for the weather or occasion.
- Encouraging and teaching life skills, such as making meals, drinks, and using household equipment such as washing machine
- Accompanying him safely in the community, as he has no road safety awareness
- Supporting and encouraging him to attend activities, and autism-friendly cinema screenings
- Engaging with him in hobbies such as gaming, Star Wars, and superhero discussions