Job Overview: Live-In Caregiver Position

We are seeking a dedicated live-in caregiver to join our team. This position involves working 3.5 days a week, 3pm to 10 pm on Saturday, 8 am to 10 pm on Sunday, 8 am to 10 pm on Monday, 8 am to 10 pm on Tuesday providing care for a client who has been living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for 45 years and is wheelchair-bound. There is another caregiver that lives at the house that will work the other 3.5 days. As a live-in caregiver, you will reside at the client’s residence full-time, even during your days off but are required to work only on your days.

The following benefits are included:

Pay is $600 per week paid by check or electronicly deposited. No zelle or paypal.

You will receive a independant contractor agreement which either party can terminate at any time.

Utilities and Cable: All utilities and cable expenses are covered.

Transportation: You won’t need to use your car to transport the client anywhere.

Verizon Account: We will add you to our Verizon account, eliminating that expense if you want to switch off of your carrier account.

Room and Board: You won’t incur any costs for room and board.

Meals: All food expenses are also covered.

Responsibilities: As a live-in caregiver, your responsibilities will include:

Assisting with all Daily Living Activities: Help with bathing, dressing, and grooming.

Administer medications and monitor vital signs.

Providing Companionship and Emotional Support: Be a friendly presence and offer emotional support to the client.

Housekeeping Tasks: Assist with meal preparation, laundry, and general cleaning.

Accompanying Clients: Accompany the client to medical appointments and social outings.

Documentation and Care Plans: Follow care plans and maintain accurate records of services provided.

Client Safety and Well-Being: Ensure the safety and well-being of the client at all times.

Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you should have the following qualifications:

Previous Experience: Prior experience in senior care or a related field is preferred.

Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with a suprapubic catheter and a colostomy.

Ability to lift the client using 90-point pivot transfers.

Communication Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with patients.

Personal Attributes: Compassionate, patient, and reliable.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Must be able to pass a background check and have a valid drivers license so you can drive client in their handicap van. Also must be able to drive at night.

Feel free to reach out if you have any further questions or need additional information!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $600.00 per week

Work Location: In person