I am a woman in her 40s with a disability (wheelchair user) who is seeking reliable, efficient, and personable caretakers to assist me in my home with personal care, which may include assisting with dressing, personal hygiene, house cleaning, and meal preparation. I am a very independent person and work full-time. Having assistance from my caretakers is essential to maintaining my independence.
No prior experience with attendant care necessary. On-the-job training is provided.
This is a very part-time job to supplement other employment/school/life responsibilities. ALL SHIFTS ARE ONE (1) HOUR. I do not necessarily expect one person to fill all available shifts. Some shifts have flexible start times.
PLEASE NOTE: Those who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 are preferred, but not required. Regardless of vaccination status, you will be required to wear a mask at all times while working.
Private pay CASH $25.00 per hour.
Available Shifts (10 PM shifts tend to be closer to 30-45 mins, however, you are paid for the full hour):
Sundays, Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
There may be some opportunities for domestic travel in the future.
Starting date: ASAP
Location: South Berkeley; near public transit; free street parking; secure off-street bike parking, quiet and friendly neighborhood.
Requirements:
- Because of the personal nature of this work, only women will be considered
- Prompt, reliable, trustworthy, friendly, and patient
- Great sense of humor
- Ability to communicate and take verbal instructions in English
- Physically fit - will need assistance transferring to/from wheelchair
- Able to provide 2 references
- Willing to substitute other shifts on occasion
- Live in the East Bay (within a 15-20 minute commute to South Berkeley)
- Commitment of 6 mos. - 1 year minimum
To apply, please fill out a brief application form here: https://forms.gle/YpZASDvKE6xVUCaU8
I will contact qualified candidates within 24 hours.