Family Assistant/Companion

We’re looking for a kind, dependable, and engaging family assistant/companion to assist in our 3-person household and support our 37-year-old son, who has special needs and some physical disabilities.

This role is a great fit for someone who is comfortable with light household and organizational tasks and who would enjoy giving companionship-based support to our son. 

Schedule

• Part time
• Primarily late afternoons/evenings and weekends
• Flexible scheduling Monday–Saturday
• Occasional overnight/weekend support (1–2 times per year)
• Possible week-long support once per year while the parents travel
• Flexibility on specific days/times for the right person

About Our Household

We have a weekly cleaning person, but could use help straightening up, doing occasional light laundry, organizing closets or drawers, and mailing packages, etc.

About Our Son

He’s friendly, engaging, cooperative, and humorous. He enjoys:

• Music and movies
• Watching sports
• Art museums
• Walks and getting out in the community

What We’re Looking For

• Good energy
• Friendly, reliable, and socially attuned
• Some college or vocational background is a plus
• Experience with family assistance and/or companionship to a disabled adult is a plus
• Shared interests (music, sports, films, art, walking/outings) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Companionship and community outings
• Transportation to activities
• Preparing simple meals occasionally
• Providing light structure and supervision
• Light family assistant tasks when client support is not needed, such as:
  • Answering the door
  • Putting away laundry
  • General light household support

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Background check required
• Responsible, proactive, and communicative
• Comfortable with pets, small dog in the household

Pay

• Competitive hourly rate ($35/hour)

We’re really hoping to find someone who enjoys building genuine connections and is helpful around the home.

If this sounds like you, please reach out and tell us a little about yourself, your experience, and your availability!