The Personal Assistant, as a part of a team, will provide comprehensive support to an 82-year-old active, semi-retired senior woman. The ideal candidate will be someone who is passionate about life and enjoys being someone who is of service to others. The right person for this position will be strong on compassion, empathy and positive communication. This person will also be flexible, have the ability to identify and resolve challenges, be forward-thinking, and to prioritize on a consistent basis and must be able to work independently. The ideal candidate will appreciate my background in decades of consciousness studies and experience, in addition to my love of order to simplify and enjoy life.
Must have local residence to apply. Finding housing is challenging here.
Key Responsibilities:
Caregiving & Daily Support:
· Assist with daily routines including medication reminders, light exercises, and maintaining structure.
· Provide emotional support and companionship in a calm, caring atmosphere, and to have some background in understanding neurodiversity.
Daily Planning and Coordination:
Develop and manage daily action plans.
Assist in scheduling appointments, activities, and social events.
Coordinate travel arrangements, including simple written agendas and activities.
Errands & Shopping:
Grocery shopping with careful attention to zero sugar and health-related needs.
Complete local errands such as mailing parcels or managing returns.
Health and Wellness:
Assist with medication management, including reminders and organization.
Coordinate with healthcare providers, and help manage and attend medical appointments
Encourage physical activities such as daily exercises routine and daily walking/hikes
Assist in writing a medical emergency plan for hospitalization needs. Verify legal documents are in place. Assist in writing end of life plans.
Meal Preparation:
Prepare daily vegan lunches in alignment with health guidelines and allergy considerations, and to ensure sugar is not used in all recipes and ingredients.
Follow recipes exactly and review food labels to ensure safety and compliance with dietary needs.
Transportation:
Provide driving assistance for errands, appointments, and social activities.
Ensure the vehicle is maintained and serviced regularly.
Property Management:
In coordination with owner, assure sites are well-maintained and schedules coordinated, bookings, inquiries, email, and other details are managed.
Personal Development and Leisure:
Plan and organize leisure activities aligned with client’s interests in nature, art, music, and dancing.
Encourage her studies in consciousness, brain function, mindfulness, and human and brain evolution.
Encourage learning and participation in new activities and hobbies.
Facilitate participation in cultural and recreational events.
Administrative Support:
Assist with correspondence, emails, and phone calls as needed.
Assist with personal and financial record-keeping as needed.
Skills and Qualifications for Personal Assistants
Must be compassionate, understanding, and empathetic towards the individual needs that may change daily. Patience and ability to actively listen and address unplanned challenges in the moment are essential for this position.
Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize daily workload effectively.
Experience: Strong background as a personal executive assistant or similar role.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication.
Discretion: Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information.
Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing daily priorities, needs, and work schedule.
Attention to Detail: Meticulous in managing details and ensuring accuracy.
Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying and resolving issues.
Techno Savvy: Comfortable with technology and proficient in using various software applications like Word. At least curious about ChatGPT
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Proactive: Resourceful, and able to work independently.
Outdoor Activities: Enjoys being outdoors is a must.
Physical Ability: Must also be able to lift 30lbs.