**SUPPORT WORKER IN THE COMMUNITY MERTHYR TYDFIL**
I am looking for a Personal Assistant to work with me for 4 hours per week to access activities such as going to the pub, cinema or shopping.
Im a 61-year-old male living with my wife in the Merthyr area.
I am very independent but with suffering a recent stroke my mobility is limited and I have poor eyesight. I can be unsteady on my feet, so I often use a Zimmer frame.
My restrictions can make me feel isolated at home and I would like some support to get out and about in the community. I can use a wheelchair in the community.
**Tasks and Duties **
To help me gain confidence in my new wheelchair and assist me in social activities within the community.
To plan with me activities that encourage my development of personal safety.
To enable me to be more independent and to be able go on activities on my choosing
**Working Hours / Pay of Rate**
4 Hours per week and additional hours to cover annual leave/sickness
£14 per hour plus mileage allowance
**Type of Person Required **
* A person with patience, who understands the restrictions I have.
* A person who is encouraging with good communication skills
* A person who is dependable and arrives on time.
* A person with a positive commitment to this kind of work
**Training**
Full training will be provided by service user and family.
**About The job**
Salary Frequency Calendar Monthly.
Successful applicant will be subject to a three-month trial period.
Applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS police check at no cost to yourself.
Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our Service User. Should your application be successful, you will be directly employed by the customer and not PeoplePlus.