Part Time Caregiver/Weekend coverage

Hello! I am looking for a part-time PCA or CNA personal caregiver (possibly live in) who is part of a small caregiving team in my private home. The position is approximately 12-20 hours per week. I am looking for coverage on Saturday, Sunday, and with the possibility of adding one or two additional weekdays depending on the schedule of the team. I can be flexible on that additional day (s). Typical shifts would be approximately 5 hours per day, generally from 12:00pm-5:00pm. You would be joining a team of other PCAs who care for me. It's a wonderful team of skilled, caring people with interesting life experience, and my family is also involved in my care. This team shares notes, coordinates my daily care, and covers for each other on occasion as needed. The role requires flexibility, reliability, honesty, care, good communication, and a collaborative spirit. There is a need for this position to adapt to my changing needs and a potential for it to grow in size and take on more responsibilities over time. Most importantly, this is not just a job, it is a long-term role in my daily life. I am looking for someone compassionate, calm, and dependable, organized and proactive. Someone comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Someone experienced in healthcare, caregiving, disability support, or personal care. A strong communicator who is comfortable with texting, notes, and apps. I am especially interested in building a long-term working relationship. The ideal candidate is dedicated to supporting my well-being, is caring, and responsible. Careful planning, multitasking, organization, and attention to detail are required. Communication is primarily through texting and written notes, and you would need to be responsive and proactive about checking in on details, asking questions when necessary, and being sensitive to the fact that some days I may be in increased pain or have even more limited energy. This position comes with the possibility of an optional on-site live-in arrangement, which is preferred but not required, and we encourage applicants either way. The live-in option includes access to a brand-new private 375-square-foot studio apartment located in my home's basement, featuring a separate entrance, living/sleeping area, full kitchen, private bathroom, and in-unit laundry. Rent and utilities would be fully covered as part of your compensation package (valued at approximately $1,400/month). You would maintain set work hours, real time off, and your own separate life and privacy — simply while living on-site. In exchange for the housing arrangement, you would be asked to be reasonably reachable for occasional urgent situations outside scheduled hours, such as if another PCA calls out unexpectedly or I become suddenly unwell and need assistance. This is still an hourly position, and you would be paid for all time worked. The live-in arrangement primarily provides added peace of mind and security knowing someone trusted is nearby if an urgent need arises. Outside of working hours or urgent situations, you would be completely free to enjoy your own time, routines, and interests, just as with any other job. The specific details of the live-in arrangement and expectations would be discussed further during the interview process as we get to know each other better.

About me:

I am a youthful woman with disabilities in my early 50s. I am a science educator, musician and artist who uses a wheelchair. I don't have much use of my hands, so I need help with almost all aspects of my life and health at home. I have severe chronic pain which limits my ability to function on a daily basis. Also, I had a jaw injury a few years ago which makes it difficult for me to talk. I can only talk in small amounts at a time. I do a lot of my communication via dictation/texting.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Light personal care, including shower assistance, dressing support, compression stockings, meals, medications, and hydration Household support including laundry, dishes, tidying, organizing, trash/recycling, light cleaning, errands, and occasional gardening Helping maintain a calm, organized, low-stress home environment Keeping notes, schedules, and care systems updated Communicating regularly with the caregiving team through text and written notes Driving wheelchair-accessible vehicles as needed (training provided) Supporting daily routines with consistency, attention to detail, and reliability

MEDICAL CARE COORDINATION, SUPPORT, & TREATMENTS

This position requires a background in healthcare, caregiving, and/or caring for disabled folks. Helping with in-home medical treatments and equipment such as oxygen equipment, CPAP, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, ozone therapy, or injections (training provided) Helping arrange and access necessary care for urgent or time-sensitive issues Calling and messaging doctors' offices, arranging appointments or prescriptions, and helping coordinate care Supporting medical advocacy with providers, facilities, and insurance companies Helping maintain medical equipment and troubleshoot issues as needed Organizing medical information, schedules, notes, and care systems Helping research providers, services, treatments, or in-home care options Accompanying medical visits or helping with emergency support if needed These tasks below would be mostly the responsibility of the primary medical caregiver, but you may need to help support or cover for them as needed: Corresponding with doctors' offices, making medical calls, taking detailed notes, and communicating through healthcare portals Tracking medications, supplements, appointments, and treatment plans Updating medical journals, timelines, spreadsheets, and care documentation Researching providers, services, tests, procedures, or treatment options Helping coordinate follow-up care and ongoing medical planning Communicating with family members and the caregiving team regarding care coordination and updates. These tasks below would only be assigned if needed and with training: Attending in-home or clinic/hospital medical appointments Assisting with medical visit planning, advocacy, transportation, communication, and note-taking Creating agendas or summaries for medical visits and sending updates to providers beforehand Helping with more advanced medical coordination tasks as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Full use of hands and grip strength to remove and put on my compression stockings, help me shower, and do other personal care tasks.
• This requires balance, bending over, kneeling, strong grip strength, and manual dexterity.
• Bending and leaning to put on my compression stockings, showering, household tasks such as light cleaning, occasional garden care, adjusting my wheelchair, etc.
• Lifting 20-30 pounds to move objects: buckets of water, help with a stuck wheelchair, etc.
• Ability to concentrate 1-2 hours at a time on a lengthier specific task, including computer work, detail-oriented desk-related tasks, and phone calls.

Additional Notes:

• I am immunocompromised and you will need to wear a mask while in the house please.
• This is a non-smoking home with an indoor cat; please consider any allergies or sensitivities.
• Street parking is available outside the home.
• This is ultimately a caregiver job at heart, and my health and wellbeing are the priorities!

Compensation and Schedule:

Starting pay is $30

• 40 per hour (based on experience), with the possibility for bonuses and raises over time.

A portion of the pay comes through Vermont Medicaid, and I pay the rest out-of-pocket because I want to pay my employees fairly as much as I can within my means. Health insurance benefits are NOT provided. Everyone whom I hire must have a successful background check required by the State of VT.

To Apply:

Please send a resume along with a few sentences describing your relevant caregiving experience and what draws you to a long-term caregiving role. Include your general weekday availability and roughly where you live. If the live-in option is of interest to you, please mention that as well. We'd also like you to confirm the following:

• Your vaccination and booster status
• Whether you have a valid driver's license
• That you have reliable transportation for all four seasons, including snow tires or four-wheel drive if applicable
• Your proximity to Brattleboro (ideally within 15-20 minutes, within walking distance, or able to live on-site)
• That you are willing to consider a minimum two-year commitment if the position is a good fit, and that a 20-hour/week role aligns
• with your longer-term goals. This role is intended for someone seeking stable, ongoing work rather than a short-term position or stepping stone to full-time employment.
• Your availability, including whether you are sometimes able to cover or swap shifts if needed
• Please also include three professional references and your contact information.

If it seems like a good fit, we'll follow up to discuss references, license, scheduling, and live-in details together. Thanks so much and I look forward to speaking with you!

Pay:

$30.00

• $40.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid orientation

Work Location:

In person