Housekeeper/Laundress/Family Assistant – Local Candidates Preferred Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Full-Time Housekeeper/Laundress & Family Assistant – Columbia, SC (Live-Out)

Anticipated Start:

July/August A warm and active family is relocating to Columbia, South Carolina and seeking a full-time Housekeeper/Laundress & Family Assistant to support their household before, during, and after the move. This is a long-term, salaried position for someone who thrives in a dynamic family environment, enjoys wearing many hats, and takes pride in maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming home. Must love working in a home with children. There are three, all under six, and the mother has recently separated. Family lives next door, and Colombia was home to my client when she was a child. She has Southern charm—kind and endearing. Key Responsibilities Full-charge housekeeping, including deep cleaning, daily tidying, and upkeep of all household areas Expert-level laundry care: stain treatment, proper fabric handling, ironing, folding, and organization Mending clothing and household items (e.g., buttons, hems, minor repairs), or managing tailoring as needed Household organization: maintaining systems, reducing clutter, and ensuring everything has a place Managing household inventory and supply levels; restocking as necessary Coordinating returns/shipping via UPS/FedEx/USPS Driving the principal to appointments and assisting with children’s carpools and activities (vehicle can be provided) Light pet care including transportation to vet appointments and administering medication Occasional childcare support; additional college-aged support likely to be hired Light meal prep and basic nutritious cooking a strong plus Grocery shopping and general errand running Ideal Candidate Will Be Proactive, detail-oriented, and organized Positive, calm, and energetic with a sunny disposition A true self-starter who sees what needs to be done and does it Not easily flustered by the joyful bustle of a young family Discreet, trustworthy, and respectful of boundaries Experienced in caring for fine finishes and luxury materials Comfortable managing a home independently, especially during periods when the principal is recovering from ACL and PCL repair surgery in the fall

Position Details Location:

Columbia, South Carolina Schedule:

40-45 hours/week, live-out Typical hours will range between 8 AM – 5 PM, with flexibility required (occasional 7 AM starts during recovery periods)

Start Date:

July/August preferred, September acceptable

Compensation:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience Local candidates preferred , but relocation support for the right candidate may be considered If you are a kind, capable, and detail-loving professional who enjoys supporting families and creating a well-run home, we would love to hear from you.