I am looking for a caregiver / personal assistant for myself, a 43 year-old male with ALS. I was diagnosed almost 13 years ago and plan on being around for a long time! I am a writer, love sports and enjoy going out with my friends. Due to the physical demands, I would prefer a male. But I am open to a very strong woman! (must be able to bear a full weight of 145 lbs for transfers).
My ex- wife and I have a 7year-old daughter, who is amazing! I have partial custody. So that means that you MUST be good with kids. If you’re not a parent, and or have any experience in child care, this isn’t the job for you.
The ideal candidate will be smart, compassionate, and professional. We are very patient and understanding, but we also expect the best from our team. We understand that this is a physically demanding job, so if you’re looking for companion care or you rely heavily on a routine, this is not the job for you. This position requires someone that is organized, reasonably tech savvy, teachable, and able to show initiative. You must have some HOME health care experience!
Work day could could include any of the following duties:
Dressing
Transferring (no hoyer- 150 lb)
Personal grooming/showers
Making appointments
Driving accessible van
Running errands
Feeding (tube)
Attending meetings, events, or sports
Light housekeeping