1:1 Aide for petite, young woman with physical disability
Time to add to our team of dynamic and dedicated young women providing 1:1 care, support and aide with all personal, social, vocational, recreational, and daily living activities for physically challenged young woman with Cerebral Palsy.
open shift 29 hours weekly: Sundays 9am to 5pm, Mondays 10pm to 8am Tuesday morning and Fridays 10pm to 9am Saturday morning (overnights include paid asleep hours but must be light sleeper to hear and respond to night needs)
Young woman is petite, bright (UC Berkeley grad), good humored, thoughtful, and determined to live her most independent life. But to do this she needs the support of some very special aides like you. She is quite capable, but also quite physically compromised and needs a lot of assistance.no lifting, but needs help with walking, transfers, transportation( family wheelchair mini van) and all ADLs. Experience with physical disabilities helpful but not requiredwill train. Support is provided in the home as well as community settings.
Seek bright, caring, warm, highly responsible and reliable candidate who seeks a job where they can truly make a difference and are able to provide the support and assistance necessary for this young woman to grow and flourish in her life and career. Provide emotional support, encouragement, and friendship too. Also great for those interested in human service fields.nursing, PT, OT, speech pathology, social work, counseling, etc.
Required: Valid CA driver's license with good driving record. Strong communication, writing and apple computer skills. Physically fit. Covid vaccinated and boosted. Bachelors degree preferred not required. Patience, a big heart and a nurturing nature required.
Moving from Manhattan Beach to a Torrance apartment soon.
Must send resume with cover letter/note of interest.
