Full-Time Caregiver for a Fun-Loving, Sassy Woman
United Cerebral Palsy is growing! We’re currently seeking a full-time Personal Assistant who will support an adult woman who experiences dementia and balance issuesShe lives in her own apartment in Milwaukie, and is a talkative, fun-loving person with a sassy sense of humor and lots of interests.She does many of the tasks of daily living independently, and minimal personal care and lifting is required (other than moving her wheelchair and walker into and out of your car). Please note that female applicants will be strongly preferred.DUTIES:Develop a natural-feeling, but professional relationship to help her feel comfortable with having caregivers in her home.Help her to pursue her interests, such as going out to eat, TV/movies, ceramics, swimming, meeting new people, Native American memorabilia, and exploring Portland.Keep her house tidy and prepare meals. Ensure she is doing her share of the chores.Monitor her health and safety by administering medications, tracking on-going health conditions, and assisting her to stay safe due to her challenges with balance and dementia.HOURS:38 hours per week: 9am on Sunday to 8am on Monday; 5pm on Thursday to 8am on Friday. Any holidays that fall during your regularly scheduled shifts.TO APPLY:To Apply for Position A, send a resume and cover letter via this webpage.No calls, please.UCP is an equal opportunity employer, and actively pursues applicants from diverse backgrounds.ABOUT UCP:United Cerebral Palsy of Oregon &amp; SW Washington supports adults with all kinds of developmental disabilities, so that they can live, work and play independently.We were recently ranked in the 100 Best Non-Profit Employers of Oregon.To find out more about UCP, visit: #URL_2b35257099321dacb52af707d4a6bdf5dd187d81d6bfd24398f0e5b68a6727a7#.
Title: Full-Time Caregiver for a Fun-Loving, Sassy Woman
Salary: None
Description: United Cerebral Palsy is growing! We’re currently seeking a full-time Personal Assistant who will support an adult woman who experiences dementia and balance issuesShe lives in her own apartment in Milwaukie, and is a talkative, fun-loving person with a sassy sense of humor and lots of interests.She does many of the tasks of daily living independently, and minimal personal care and lifting is required (other than moving her wheelchair and walker into and out of your car). Please note that female applicants will be strongly preferred.DUTIES:Develop a natural-feeling, but professional relationship to help her feel comfortable with having caregivers in her home.Help her to pursue her interests, such as going out to eat, TV/movies, ceramics, swimming, meeting new people, Native American memorabilia, and exploring Portland.Keep her house tidy and prepare meals. Ensure she is doing her share of the chores.Monitor her health and safety by administering medications, tracking on-going health conditions, and assisting her to stay safe due to her challenges with balance and dementia.HOURS:38 hours per week: 9am on Sunday to 8am on Monday; 5pm on Thursday to 8am on Friday. Any holidays that fall during your regularly scheduled shifts.TO APPLY:To Apply for Position A, send a resume and cover letter via this webpage.No calls, please.UCP is an equal opportunity employer, and actively pursues applicants from diverse backgrounds.ABOUT UCP:United Cerebral Palsy of Oregon &amp; SW Washington supports adults with all kinds of developmental disabilities, so that they can live, work and play independently.We were recently ranked in the 100 Best Non-Profit Employers of Oregon.To find out more about UCP, visit: #URL_2b35257099321dacb52af707d4a6bdf5dd187d81d6bfd24398f0e5b68a6727a7#.
Requirements: Entry level experience, High School or equivalent education
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