Description:
We are seeking a reliable, compassionate, and highly attentive male personal care aide to assist a male client with Parkinson’s disease and dementia. This is NOT a housekeeping position – your focus will be 100% on personal care and safety.
Important Details:
Schedule: Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri - 20 hours per week, start time no earlier than 10:00 AM
Location: Private home in Saylorsburg
Surveillance: There are cameras in the home for safety.
About Client:
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s and dementia, with history of stroke (left side affected)
Major fall risk – Client may attempt to stand or walk without assistance. You must stay close by and provide supervision during all transfers and ambulation.
Uses a foot/ankle brace for dropped foot
Difficulty swallowing – all liquids are thickened.
Urinary incontinence – assist with changing incontinence pads
Needs bathing, dressing, and continence care support
About 10–20% assistance required for transfers
Walk-in shower with shower chair and grab bars installed throughout home
Sit-to-stand machine available (not currently in use but may be needed)
Additional Notes:
The client’s wife emphasizes the need for an aide who is attentive, engaged, and proactive.
Previous caregivers were not focused enough — attention to detail and constant awareness are crucial.
Requirements:
Experience with dementia and Parkinson’s clients preferred
Must be comfortable assisting with transfers, bathing, dressing, and incontinence care
Ability to follow safety and swallowing precautions (thickened liquids, cuing to cough, etc.)
Reliable and punctual
Please call Right at Home at 484-350-3075 or email recruit@rightathomelv.com if you are interested in this case.
