Weekend Personal Care Worker for UW Counselor w/ Disability

University of Wisconsin-Madison - Student jobs; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a caregiver for a male quadriplegic individual. This role offers flexible hours and the chance to gain valuable experience in healthcare. You will assist with daily activities, including personal care and household tasks. Ideal for those pursuing careers in healthcare, this position provides a unique opportunity to make a difference while building your resume. Enjoy the chance to travel and experience downtime during shifts. If you're reliable and eager to help, this job could be a perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively.
• Responsible and a team player, able to assist with personal cares.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal cares like dressing, showering, and toileting.
• Provide support with meal prep, laundry, and housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Responsibility

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Anticipated Start Date: 5/2/25

Anticipated Hours Per Week: 12

Schedule: Start and end times flexible. Additional hours often available.

• Two half weekends (e.g., Friday 5 pm - Saturday 5 pm) per month

Salary/Wage Range: Hourly $15.75 to $18.83

Number Of Positions: 3

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Hi there! I am looking for a hard-working and reliable person to assist me, a male quadriplegic due to spinal cord injury, with my personal cares and other daily activities. You will be joining my team of excellent caregivers. No previous experience necessary. This is a great resume builder for individuals going into healthcare professions, such as OT, PT, nursing, and medicine. Located downtown Madison - close to State Street and the Capitol.

Duties:

• Provide assistance with personal cares, such as dressing, showering, toileting, transfer to and from wheelchair, meal prep, laundry, housekeeping, etc.
• Some lifting is required.

Other:

• Each shift will usually present you with downtime/personal time.
• I travel frequently, so you may have opportunities to do so with me.
• $15.75 - 18.83/hr for active hours. $10.50/hr for overnight/sleep time.

Qualifications:

• You must be able to follow directions and communicate with me accurately.
• You must also be responsible and a team player.
• You must have a valid driver's license--but you do not need a vehicle.
• You must pass a criminal background check.
• CNA/Caregiving experience NOT REQUIRED.
• I require a one-year commitment at least. Multiple years preferred.

Application Instructions:

Text me at 608-417-0007, or E-mail me at [e-mail] with a short note about yourself and why interested. Resumes are welcome but not necessary.

Contact:

Org: Mohr Residence
Contact: Mike Mohr
Email: [e-mail]