Personal Assistant / Carer for a Disabled Screenwriter - Maynooth

Salary: The pay rate is €15.37- €17.12 per hour, depending on experience.

About the Role:

This is the perfect opportunity for an extroverted person with a passion for helping others, who also wants to gain valuable experience in creative fields along the way.

Key Responsibilities:

• Personal Care Assistance: Help with non-medical personal care needs, including getting me up out of bed, showering, dressing, toileting and feeding
• Social Engagement: Accompany me to social outings, events, and activities, helping me to stay active and enjoy life to the fullest. Think of this as a role where you can share in my adventures!
• Effective Communication: Utilise strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with others and assist with both verbal and written tasks.
• Adaptability: Be ready to take on new tasks and respond to changing circumstances with a positive and proactive attitude.

A full driving license is essential, and all applicants intending to apply must be 25 years or over in order to qualify for an open insurance policy to drive my vehicle.

Requirements:

• Flexible and Reliable (Essential): The role requires availability during evenings and weekends. Flexibility is essential as hours may vary depending on social events and work commitments.
• Fluent spoken and written English (Essential): Applicants must be fluent in both spoken and written English. As you would be expected to take notes and help me at networking/industry events.
• Friendly and Enthusiastic (Essential): Someone who is outgoing, chatty, personable, and ready to help me make the most out of every day.
• Driver’s License (Essential): A full, clean driver’s license is required to assist with travel to professional and social activities.

Contract of work with the Irish Wheelchair Association, I am the line manager of my service.

Garda clearance and 1-month trial period apply.