We are looking to hire a FEMALE personal care attendant(s) for our daughter. She is 28 years old and uses a power wheelchair due to cerebral palsy. The right candidate(s) is strong and can lift/assist a full-size adult in and out of bed, in and out of her wheelchair and with all her bathroom needs including showering. Our daughter needs someone to prepare food for her and do her laundry as well as light housework.
The right candidate(s) will also have a valid driver's license and an excellent driving record. Must be comfortable driving a wheelchair minivan and willing to take our daughter to school (she takes college classes) and to all her doctors and physical therapy appointments. At times she will need help navigating systems online and/or with paperwork.
She is a very smart, fun and lively woman with great speech/communication and strong opinions. She is lovely.
The hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm. There may also be weekend and/or evening hours available occasionally.
We are a household that is pro-LGBTQAI and non-racist and open. We will not tolerate hate speech or discriminatory attitudes. We also have a small dog. Caring for the dog is not part of the job. Non-smokers only.
The right candidate will be paid through a state-funded organization (Northshore Arc). You will be required to do training and will be part of a union with options for benefits. The position pays from $18.12 to $28.00 per hour depending on experience and state requirements.