Live In Elder Care Aide

Full time help needed for a couple in their 80's living in a beautiful, spacious, family home in the town of Clinton (New York State, near Rhinebeck and Hyde Park). This is a Live In position. We occasionally need help late at night with safety and personal care if someone wakes up. So far this has not been needed often but could become more frequent as medical conditions worsen. You won't be alone, you'll be working as part of a team with other family members living in the house and you'll be treated like family. We hope you'll enjoy staying in our quiet, peaceful, country home.

We need someone who could help with bedside care, vitals, PT, medication reminders, showering, personal hygiene, feeding, cooking and laundry as needed. A plus for someone who could cook for special diets and drive to appointments or ER visits. Hospice care may be needed later, we would like to keep everyone at home.

A big plus for someone who would enjoy being a companion to Mom, who is losing her short term memory, but still a wonderful conversationalist - especially on science, ecology and animals (bird lover a plus !). She takes frequent naps, but when she's awake needs someone to remind her to use her walker and make sure she doesn't fall. Both Mom and Dad are bookworms and rarely watch movies or TV.

Compensation to be discussed. We have part time back up coverage, and family members will be available to help. Some schedule flexibility a plus (depending on recovery from procedures or emergencies).

No certifications required, but CNA, HHA and knowledge of nutrition a plus. Recent physical and proof of vaccination a must, including the most recent Covid booster (not optional). We need someone who maintains virus caution in their daily life, as we do. We hope our family home will be a safe haven for you too.

We would prefer someone currently living within a reasonable driving distance who could come spend a few hours getting to know us before we make a decision. We will gladly pay you for those hours.

Please respond with a resume, phone number and the best times to reach you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Please tell us why this situation would be a good fit for you.

Ability to Relocate:

• Rhinebeck, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person