Caregiver

Consumer Direct Care Network•Avoca, WI

15d•Onsite

About The Position

A part-time caregiver role supporting an individual in maintaining independence, well-being, and quality of life at home and in the community. The caregiver will provide housekeeping, laundry, meal, bathing standby, grocery, errands, and transportation assistance. The schedule is three hours per day, twice per week: Wednesday is required, and the second day is flexible based on caregiver availability. Compensation is $17.74 per hour, with mileage reimbursement. A bonus of up to $500 is available for completing Wisconsin’s free Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) certification: $250 upon certification completion and another $250 after working with the client for six months. Consumer Direct Care Network assists the Member or Managing Party with recruiting a Direct Care Worker, but is not the legal employer of record. If hired, the Member or Managing Party is the legal employer and has sole authority to hire or dismiss the worker.

Requirements

Hold a valid driver's license.
Have a reliable vehicle and current auto insurance.
Be able to pass a criminal background check.
Be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Complete Wisconsin's free Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) certification to qualify for the bonus opportunity.

Responsibilities

Provide housekeeping assistance, including cleaning the kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom; removing trash; caring for floors; and changing bedding.
Assist with laundry on-site in the building.
Provide standby assistance during bathing; hands-on bathing is not required.
Prepare meals and assist with ready-to-heat meals.
Bring in grocery deliveries and put items away.
Run occasional errands, including pharmacy pickups.
Provide transportation to medical appointments in the Dodgeville and Muscoda areas, including assistance with a wheelchair and portable oxygen tank.