Looking for a trustworthy, active, dedicated and responsible person to move into this home and provide support as a full-time live-in caregiver. The individual you will support is a 48-year-old who has cognitive, visual and speech challenges. This individual is out-going, cheerful, caring and energetic. Their interests include watching and discussing movies and TV shows from the 70s + 80s, sports (especially Boston Red Sox, Patriots, and WWE), and engaging in outdoor activities in the community. You will need to be attentive, engaging, have an eye for detail and exhibit a commitment to always making the individual's health and safety your priority.
The individual is very active in the community and really wants someone whose energy matches theirs! Living with this individual and preserving their independence wherever possible, you will be an integral leader of the individual’s team which includes companions, personal trainers and a music instructor. In general, your role will breakdown as follows:
30% Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (including Hygiene maintenance/Grooming/Medication Administration/Clothing, etc)
20% Food Planning, Cooking & Dining together
20% Social Activity / Entertainment Planning & Participating
10% Laundry
10% Transportation
5% Home Organization
5% Administrative Tasks: paying bills, scheduling and attending doctor’s appointments, calendaring.
You should have at least 2 years of experience in a caregiver role with adults, strong organizational skills, be a self-starter with awareness of safety and physical challenges associated with visually and cognitively impaired and a willingness to be active in the community to diversify this individual’s days.
Certification in CPR and First Aid necessary (will train). Vehicle with a clean and valid driver's license important. NON SMOKERS ONLY. Attractive nontaxable difficulty of care monthly stipend. In this role you will share a luxury 3-bedroom condominium with the individual, conveniently located in the highly desirable Beacon St, area of Brookline. Amenities include concierge, swimming pool, small gym and garage parking.