Home Care Provider | Part-Time | Charlotte, NC

The Joe Martin ALS Foundation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in ALS support is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Home Care Provider. This part-time role focuses on assisting individuals with ALS in their daily activities and providing essential support to families. With a mission to empower those affected by ALS, the foundation offers a nurturing environment where you can make a meaningful impact. If you have caregiving experience and a desire to help others live actively with ALS, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration and compassion in every interaction.

Benefits

Paid vacation

8 holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving is essential for this role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for PALS.
• Perform Range of Motion (ROM) exercises and train family caregivers.
• Communicate client needs to the JMALSF President.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Sensitivity and compassion

Education

Driver's license

Job description

Position Type: Part-time
Location: Charlotte, NC
Reports to: President of The Joe Martin ALS Foundation

About The Joe Martin ALS Foundation

The Joe Martin ALS Foundation’s (JMALSF) mission is to empower families as they face the challenge of living actively with ALS by providing home care and other services at no cost. Founded in 2007 by the friends and family of Joe Martin, who lived with ALS for 12 years, our organization realizes his vision to provide people with ALS (PALS) a resource for support and care to live actively with ALS. We believe that, with the help of family and a caring community, people with ALS can live with purpose, joy, and hope. This philosophy drives us to empower families with the knowledge and tools to navigate this progressive disease.

Our services include showering, dressing, range of motion and exercise, wheelchair accessible transportation, and caregiver training. Our staff has over 20 years’ experience in caring for people with ALS (PALS) and also serves as a resource to answer caregiving questions.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary: JMALSF is seeking a creative, detail-oriented, compassionate, and results-driven self-starter with caregiving experience to provide home care for people with ALS (PALS) in the Charlotte metropolitan area. This person will perform ADLs, range of motion, and help families plan for living actively with ALS.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Showering, toileting, dressing
2. Perform Range of Motion (ROM) exercises
3. Help family caregivers by training them to use safe caregiving methods
4. Help PALS and their caregivers navigate ALS
5. Communicate client needs to the JMALSF President
6. Facilitate communication between PALS and the local ALS clinic
7. Represent The Joe Martin ALS Foundation at external meetings, events, and programs
8. Seek opportunities for professional development
9. Develop and maintain knowledge of best practices in caregiving
10. Fill other duties as assigned

Work Schedule:

• Part-time
• Drive to client homes to provide home care

Desired Qualifications:

• A positive attitude, collaborative spirit, and desire to be a part of a team
• Driver’s license and personal transportation
• Experience in caregiving
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Sensitivity to, compassion for, and ability to work with people with physical disabilities

Compensation:

The Joe Martin ALS Foundation offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with anticipated duties and responsibilities, including paid vacation and 8 holidays.

To Apply:

The Joe Martin ALS Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. All candidates must pass a criminal history background investigation, possess a current driver’s license, and provide transportation.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, 3 professional references, and cover letter to
[e-mail] with “Home Care Provider” in your Subject Line. No phone calls or faxes accepted.