WEEKEND CAREGIVER
Palo Alto, CA | Full-time
Position Summary
Family in Palo Alto seeking trained and certified caregiver for their elderly father who is exhibiting the later stages of dementia.
Expected schedule is Saturday day 7:30 am - 7:30 pm, Saturday night 7:30 pm - Sunday 7:30 am, and Sunday day 7:30 am - 7:30 pm. A fourth shift on Friday or Sun eve is also possible.
The annual pay is $56,000 (for 3 weekend shifts) to $74,000 (4 shifts) per year.
Job Responsibilities
The perfect candidate is someone who is genuine, trustworthy and willing to be a kind companion. Must have excellent composure when dealing with family members, visitors and speaking with the medical industry. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Helping with all daily activities including dressing, bathing, bathroom, meal prep, etc.
Monitor the father’s day to minimize fall risk, including shadowing, reminding about using a walker, and arranging the home and routine to maximize fall prevention
Managing the father’s calendar and accompanying him to events, which include doctor visits, daily trips to the park with dog, regular phone calls, social outings, etc.
Caring for the family dog, including meals, daily walks, and vet and grooming appointments
Interacting and interfacing with building management, as needed
Running errands such as grocery shopping
Preparing or ordering lunch and evening meals
Light housekeeping maintenance in between onsite housekeepers, including laundry.
Working with family executive assistant as needed
Requirements
5+ yrs in home health care as a long term and primary caregiver
3+ yrs dementia or memory care
California CNA certification, or higher
Active drivers license and excellent driving record
Current vaccinations, including COVID
Strong references
Attributes
Ability to develop excellent rapport with father
Must be patient and compassionate
Must be honest, committed and dependable.
Loves dogs (client has one cute one)
To Apply
Please send resume and cover letter describing your experience and how it fits with this role
