
- Junior
- Escritório em St. Francis
A lovely family is seeking a part-time caregiver for their mother in her early 70s, with an immediate start. Care is needed 2-3 days per week, totaling approximately 6 hours per week, with potential for more depending on experience and need. Shifts may vary by week and typically fall between 8am-6pm, with occasional evening support needed as late as 9pm. The client is recovering from a recent surgery, which has resulted in facial paralysis and hearing loss in one ear. She is also preparing to begin radiation treatment and lives with other treatable long-term diet and blood disease. Despite these health concerns, she remains independent, kind, active, and independent. The family is looking for a caregiver who can offer gentle companionship, provide reminders to rest, and support her through recovery. Other family members may be present in the home from time to time. The ideal candidate is warm, calm, emotionally intuitive, and a great listener who understands and respects family dynamics.
- Start date: Immediate
- Length of Position: 2 months, with potential to extend
- Schedule: 6 hours per week
- 2-4 hours per day, 2-3 times per week (schedule may vary)
- Typical hours: Between 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Occasional evening support (up to 9:00 PM)
- Gas reimbursement when driving the client in personal vehicle
Responsibilities:
- General home support related to the client
- Drive client to and from local doctor's appointments (within 10 miles)
- Potential for need to apply ointment to minor wounds as needed, and other minor therapeutic support as led and managed by client
- Provide warm, engaged companionship and light support as needed
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of paid, professional caregiving experience
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- CPR certified, or willingness to become certified
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Medical Assistant certification is a plus
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and current auto insurance
- Reliable personal vehicle to transport client
- Must be able to provide at least two professional care-related references from a paid setting
- Must be able to successfully clear a background and social media check
Compensation:
- Flexible schedule