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Private Home Care

In-Home Caretaker & Companion (Parkinsons Experience Preferred)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.

$32,958 / year median in Minnesota

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview We are seeking a compassionate, patient and detail-orientated caregiver and companion for a 68-year-old woman living with Parkinson's disease. The ideal candidate will provide physical mobility support, cognitive companionship and help with light housekeeping to ensure a safe, organized and positive home environment. This would be primarily Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 7:30-8:00am to 5:30pm.
Key Responsibilities Parkinson's & Mobility Support:
Assist with safe transfers (sit-to-stand), steady walking to prevent falls, and gentle encouragement during "off" periods when freezing and stiffness occurs.
Daily Assistance:
Help with motor fine-motor tasks around the house to maintain a patient and unhurried pace.
Companionship:
Engage is active conversation or mental exercises to support cognitive health, and provide a warm, encouraging presence.
Light housekeeping:
Keep area clear of tripping hazards, assist with simple meal preparation, wash dishes and handle basic laundry.
Medication Prompts:
Provide timely reminders for scheduled medications to help maintain symptom control. Qualifications Experience caring for individuals with Parkinson's disease, dementia, or mobility challenges is highly preferred, but we feel a good personality fit is most important. Exceptional patience, empathy, and physical stability to assist with balance. Reliable transportation and references.
Pay:
$25.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person