Are you passionate about truly making a difference in someone’s life? We are seeking an experienced individual with a genuine heart for caring to assist a patient with Multiple Sclerosis in her home environment. Our patient is a social media influencer who is visually impaired, actively working on community-based projects, and determined to live her best life each and every day. We need a caregiver who can ensure her total well-being—both physically and mentally—and who is motivated to support her passions as she reconnects with her community.
Responsibilities
Provide assistance with oral and physical hygiene. Including bathing, enemas, hair and makeup.
Prepare meals (including following recipes)
Light cleaning.
Light laundry
Organization
Grocery shopping
Time Management Skills a must
The ability Perform safe transfers from bed to wheelchair using a Hoyer lift.
Positioning in wheelchair expertise
Daily exercises
Read personal mail and assist with computer research as requested
Support the patient’s personal projects and community involvement
Use the patient’s personal vehicle for errands, if needed (valid PA driver’s license preferred)
Schedule & Pay
Workdays: Thursday & Friday (12:00 PM – 7:00 PM), Saturday (10:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
Hourly Rate: $13.50 – $14.00
Additional Hours: Possible based on your availability and patient’s needs
Benefits
Fixed three-day workweek
Opportunities for additional hours
On-the-job training
Cash bonuses and gifts for reliability and excellent performance
The reward of helping someone live life to the fullest
Requirements
Must pass a criminal background check
Two forms of valid identification required
Prefer a candidate with a valid PA driver’s license
If you have the compassion, dedication, and skills to help our patient thrive—and you’re ready to join her in pursuing a life filled with love and community engagement—please reply via the Craigslist reply option at the top of this page. Make sure to include your contact phone number, name, experience, and what area of Allentown you live in. We look forward to meeting you.