Seeking a team of compassionate and detail-oriented caretakers/personal assistants to work with a client who has MS and uses a wheelchair/scooter. The couple will be in town from September 22nd until November 1st.  This is a part-time position, offering 25 hours per week, with a focus on ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the home and assisting with personal care needs. There are 3 shifts available that need to be filled: Shift one, Monday through Friday 8am-2pm, shift two, 2pm- 8/9pm, and shift three, Saturday and Sunday 9:30am-4pm. The role requires someone proactive, reliable, and highly organized to provide support with both personal assistance and home management.

Core Responsibilities:

• Arrange and manage reservations for services such as transportation, health-care, and leisure activities
• Run errands and assist with miscellaneous projects
• Research and shop for gifts for family members and friends, as well as other personal items
• Restock essential products in various areas of the home
• Provide light housekeeping, including laundry and organizing
• Assist with packing and unpacking as needed, ensuring that the client's personal needs are met
• Provide assistance with mobility, dressing, and other basic care needs
• Support with daily tasks to promote comfort, safety, and independence
• Assist with managing medical supplies and appointments

• The client has MS so candidates with any kind of care-taking or medical in their background is preferred. 

   

Requirements:

• Must be available for part-time work (25 hours per week)
• Must be local to Manhattan
• At least 2 years of experience as a personal assistant or in a similar caretaker role
• Comfortable assisting a client with mobility challenges (wheelchair-bound) and managing MS-related care needs
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, etc.)
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach to care and support

• DOE and ranges from $50-$60 per hr
• Metro-Card each week, 1 sick day and OT for Columbus day