What are the responsibilities and job description for the Companion/Caregiver position at Stevens Household?
Companion and Personal Caregiver
Get paid for being a loyal friend and helper to an adult handicapped female. She is a lovely, personable, bright, good humored and polite person who suffered a severe traumatic brain injury years ago. Assistive equipment for mobility, communication aids and training are all provided at an in-home setting with plenty of support as you become a trusted member of our family. We are conveniently located in the Orchard Ridge Neighborhood steps from Madison Metro route 18.
Applicant must be:
- Reliable: She doesn’t have a choice, so show up ready to help with no excuses.
- Attentive: She deserves your focus. She likes conversation. Stay off your phone.
- Respectful: She is a dignified adult woman and is deserving of kindness.
- Fun: She loves to play games, go for walks, watch movies, and cut up.
Daily shifts 7 days a week:
1. Prepare for Day (7:30am-10am): Help with dressing, morning chores and hygiene then have a cup of coffee while you both eat breakfast.
2. Morning Exercise (10am-Noon): Guide morning relaxation and stretching exercises. You can do them along with her or just provide encouragement. You are welcome to stay for lunch.
3. Lunch (Noon-2pm): Have lunch with her then help with afternoon bathroom break and hygiene.
4. Afternoon Activity (2pm-5pm): Play cards (she loves Uno), go for a walk or an approved field trip (she likes movies). Hang around for dinner if you like.
All shifts are available, and yes, you can do more than one in a day. Each shift has its own training that must be completed before you are eligible. All shifts include a meal assuming you like what we eat.
You must pass a background check and we strongly prefer candidates who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. We do not require masks but provide masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer for those who want them. Our family is fully immunized.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.50 - $17.40 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
COVID-19 considerations:
All employees must be fully vaccinated.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Madison, WI 53711: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $17 - $17