I live with my partner and our cat. I am looking for a personal / support assistant so that I can access the local community on a weekly basis. I have a mental health condition but this is stable. I need support to build confidence to access the community on my own, so I'm looking for a kind compassionate person to help me do this. I do not have any communication issues - this role is to help me with social inclusion outside of the home. I do not have any personal care needs. My partner is very involved with my care and on hand to support us working together.
Hours Per Week: 10 hours (8 Hours during the week, 2 hours at the weekend) Weekend hours optional
Hourly rate: £13.23 p/h Monday to Friday, £16.54 p/h weekends
What will you need to do?
· Support to source and access interest and hobbies
· Support in accessing the community for fun activities, including any groups I am interested in
· Support making/meeting new friends
· Support with building confidence and independence
· Possible support with cooking skills
Requirements
· An understanding of and previous experience with people with mental health.
· Flexibility towards planned activities
· Full Clean Driving licence
· A full DBS Check will be required. Any relevant experience will be considered if the skills can be applied to this role.
What we can offer:
· Supportive and pleasant home environment
· Comprehensive package of paid training
· Flexible work schedule
· 5.6 weeks pro rata holiday pay etc
About me
I am interested in building independence and confidence. At times I need someone to help advocate for me and my needs.
I enjoy playing football as well as watching it at home or at a pub. I also enjoy playing card and board games, both at home and at board game events. I have one cat, but she can be in another room if needed.
I also enjoy going to coffee shops and socialising with others over a cup of coffee or tea. I also enjoy writing stories and have written a few.
I like to be accompanied to visit different places. I don’t like very long walks. I like going to community groups. I like history, museums, politics and the theatre. I like playing pool. I am interested in indoor climbing walls. I like video games.
I am interested in learning how to cook.
I do not like loud busy places.
The ideal person will be enthusiastic about going to places with me, engaging and willing to explore Leeds - this is a role where you will hopefully help me be more socially included.