PERSONAL ASSISTANTS NEEDED FOR DISABLED ACCOMPLISHED ARTIST/WRITER:
to assist a woman with a disability to live an Independent life (8 / 15 hours a week, sometimes more).
Hours: 8 /15 approx. hours a week (1 Position available)
Location: Near Bray, Co Wicklow
Background: I'm 72 with a physical disability, neuro muscular disorder, a wheelchair user and partially deaf I am an accomplished artist having won book design awards and have had several art exhibitions and would like to continue a life through art using the medium of painting and writing. I lead a very independent life. I am looking for a committed person to assist me with my daily living needs. Work is generally routine; most tasks are well defined, but can have considerable variation; some phases of the work are less well defined and may require ability to work on own initiative. I enjoy nature and have a dog. It would be fantastic to have a personal assistant who also has an interest in arts and nature. I do like to get out and about, go to events, nature, talks and Arts or Environmental interest groups. Maybe you do too and can be that PA to take me and enjoy it as well.
Overall Purpose of the job:
To enable me to achieve maximum independence in my daily living, by providing assistance in all areas of personal and domestic need, and by acting as a support in the social and day-to- day activities. By having assistance at the right time I am enabled to lead an individual and independent lifestyle. An understanding of the Independent Living Model/Social Model of Disability is important in this role as a Personal Assistant.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Physically assisting with preparation of cooking meals...
* Light General domestic duties
* Assistance with personal care (not a lot at present).
* Driving to meetings and events as required Assistance with such tasks as taking notes on my behalf at such meetings and events etc. (your own car or my van, clean driving license is a must.
* Physically assisting with any other tasks that I may require to undertake. For example: writing letters, filling out forms, keeping accurate records receipts, book keeping with guidance etc. from me.
* Accompany me at Social Activities attending theatre, shows, concerts, conferences, events etc.
* An Interest in the arts of painting, photography writing and love of nature is an advantage.
This position may suit some who has the following
* An understanding of disability and the Independent Living movement / Social model of disability
* Ability to be pay close attention to detail and follow instruction
* Fluency in English essential both verbal and written
* Trustworthiness – aware of the importance of confidentiality (respect privacy),
* Patience, sense of humour and positive thinking would be a distinct advantage
* Ability to think outside of the box
* Some evening, antisocial and weekend hours will be required
* Clean driving license and a competent driver
* An Interest in the arts painting photography writing and advantage
Requirements
* Flexible
· clean driving licence. Client has a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
Please note this position is subject to successful Garda Vetting.
If interested please email CV cover letter references and any certificate gained
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: €25.00-€30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 15 per week
Work Location: In person