Part Time Household & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Zionsville, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A busy family in Zionsville, Indiana is seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented part-time Household & Family Assistant to help keep the home running smoothly. The role is scheduled Monday through Thursday, approximately 12:00 or 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, for 20–25 hours per week, with 20 hours guaranteed. Compensation is $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, and the anticipated start date is as soon as possible. A key part of the position is picking up the family’s teenage daughter from school and driving her to activities in the family’s vehicle. Other core duties include managing family laundry, maintaining tidy and organized common areas, keeping household supplies and belongings in order, and handling occasional errands. The family has a regular cleaning service, so this is not a traditional housekeeping role; the focus is everyday tidying, organization, and household support between cleanings. The ideal candidate is a safe and responsible driver who is conscientious, reliable, comfortable working independently, attentive to household preferences, and respectful of the family’s privacy. The role may include occasional schedule changes and additional household tasks or projects, depending on the week. The family hopes to build a positive, long-term working relationship based on trust and mutual respect. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record. Candidates must be able to maintain smoke-free and fragrance-free environments while working in the home and be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, including COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, subject to applicable legal accommodations. Strong references are required, and the role requires a background check. Applicants should submit an introductory letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record.
Must be able to safely and responsibly transport a teenager using the family’s vehicle.
Must be comfortable with hands-on household tasks, including laundry, tidying, and organizing.
Must maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must maintain a fragrance-free environment while working in the home.
Must be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, including COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Must provide strong references from previous employers.
Must be dependable, organized, conscientious, detail-oriented, and able to follow through without frequent reminders.
Must be comfortable working independently while asking questions or checking in when needed.
Must be friendly, professional, discreet, and respectful of the family’s privacy.
Must be adaptable and comfortable with occasional schedule changes.
Must take thoughtful care of clothing, furnishings, and household items and follow care instructions and household preferences.
Must complete a background check.
Applicants must submit a short introductory letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a similar household role.

Responsibilities

Pick up the family’s daughter from school and drive her to extracurricular activities using the family’s vehicle.
Track transportation plans, communicate schedule changes, and keep school- and activity-related belongings organized.
Manage regular family laundry, including sorting, washing, drying, folding, and putting clothes away.
Follow clothing care instructions, set aside delicate or dry-clean-only items, and help with dry-cleaning drop-offs and pickups.
Wash, organize, and replenish towels, linens, and other household laundry; perform occasional light ironing and keep the laundry area neat.
Tidy common areas, return items to their proper places, unload the dishwasher, wipe kitchen counters, and help keep the kitchen organized.
Vacuum high-traffic areas and provide light housekeeping as needed.
Organize frequently used spaces such as the mudroom, entryway, and closets, and help maintain practical household organization systems.
Prepare guest rooms when needed, including changing linens and replenishing essentials.
Care for household surfaces, furnishings, and belongings using appropriate products and methods.
Assist with occasional organizing projects and seasonal changes.
Monitor household supplies, pantry items, and everyday essentials; maintain shopping lists and place orders when needed.
Run occasional errands, including returns, dry cleaning, and pickups; bring in mail and packages and break down boxes.
Help with light kitchen tasks, basic meal preparation, and food organization as needed.
Assist with packing or unpacking for trips when requested.
Provide occasional pet care, such as letting the dog out or taking the dog for a short walk, and water indoor plants as needed.
Depending on the week and available time, perform occasional cleaning tasks such as cleaning the refrigerator or smaller appliances.
Help prepare the home for guests or entertaining and assist with seasonal organizing of clothing, decorations, and storage areas.
Keep the family vehicle clean, fueled, and organized.
Let scheduled service providers into the home or help coordinate household appointments.
Assist with small household projects or administrative tasks as needed.