We are searching for a patient, kind, loving and fun caregiver for our 34 year old special needs daughter. Our daughter suffered a stroke in utero and as a result suffered brain injury resulting in cerebral palsy. She has both mental and physical handicaps. She loves to walk but has a balance problem and cannot walk alone. We would like to see her more independent but as of now she still needs assistance with all living skills including bathing, eating, and dressing. There is no lifting involved but caregiver has to be physically able to assist with balance when walking, getting in and out of bathtub and other physical activities. She has no use of her right hand and only gross motor skills of her left. She loves to talk but has problems with word retrieval and normal conversations. She is very loving and social but when frustrated, tired etc she can have behavior problems. She can have physical and verbal aggressions. We are looking for a someone who has had experience with behavior problems. Our daughter is taking eye drops for an eye condition and seizure medication so medication experience is helpful. We have a bedroom and private bathroom for the caregiver's use if she wishes to stay with us on her work days. We are also very open to having caregiver live with us full time. However, living in is not a requirement if the caregiver prefers to commute. We are looking for someone who has had experience with special needs and who will become our daughter's best friend and a part of our family. At this time we need a caregiver available to work on Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays. We have other caregivers and we work together to cover the week. At this time we would also need a caregiver with a drivers license, good driving record and reliable vehicle. We are also looking for someone who would like to travel with us on vacations. Please note that this position includes health insurance and profit sharing.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person