AK010 - Live-In Household Companion/Assistant - Park Ridge, NJ.

Overview A warm, dependable, and experienced full-time live-in Home Health Aide is needed to support a principal in her Park Ridge, NJ, residence. The ideal candidate is a confident cook who can follow recipes accurately and is a safe, reliable driver with an excellent driving record. The home is a quiet, well-organized four-story townhouse. The family's longtime housekeeper is retiring, creating a need for consistent weekday support. The principal requires the candidate to be a safe, reliable driver with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Start Date:

ASAP Schedule/Salary Monday-Friday:

10am - 8pm (with either a 2 hour break each day or overtime paid)

Weekly Hours:

Approximately 44 - 50 hours per weekThe position is live-in for four nights/working 5 days. Arriving on Monday morning and departing at 8pm on Friday (after dinner). Responsibilities Cooking Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily Confidently follow family recipes Fully clean the kitchen after dinner (around 7pm) Household Support Light housekeeping throughout the week (with supplemental housekeeper twice weekly) Laundry & linens Maintain and organize the principal's private living floor Unpack grocery deliveries (FreshDirect, Amazon) Manage dry cleaning logistics (drop-off, pick-up, unpacking) Driving & Errands Drive the principal to: Social engagements Standing weekly appointments Wellness or fitness sessions All medical appointments (wait in lobby) Use of principal's sedan provided Run local errands as needed (pharmacy, returns, etc.) Personal Assistance Provide warm, respectful daily support while honoring the principal's independence Maintain a smooth, structured daily routine Qualifications Warm, patient, and calm presence Highly reliable, responsible, and consistent Detail-oriented and organized Professional, discreet, and respectful of household routines Comfortable with a quiet, structured home environment Able to remain on-site in the evenings for continuity Requirements Strong, verifiable references from private homes Excellent driving record (non-negotiable) Strong cooking skills with the ability to follow recipes accurately Organized, proactive, professional, and discreet Comfortable working with other household staff Must not handle or consume fin fish or nuts due to allergies in the home Salary and Benefits $45/hourly DOE Includes private, comfortable live-in accommodations (bedroom + bathroom on a separate floor) Weekends off