Community CAREGiver - Lexington, KY, United States - University of Kentucky

Description

Job Title:
Student: Caregiver for Female Paraplegic

Salary Range:
$23 per hour

Position Time Status :
Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience:
Experience with Caregiving or the pursuit of a Nursing degree is a plus

• Must be female
• Fingernails should be minimal length with rounded corners. Weekday mornings are needed most. The ability to swap with other shifts occasionally is helpful. Working both shifts the same day is not necessary or common. This position has the potential to extend beyond the summer months. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Female paraplegic in a power wheelchair.

She is independent during the day but needs assistance with personal hygiene (daily dressing, sometimes bathing and bowel care) and other general needs at the beginning and end of the day.

Keep employer apprised of low inventory items for medical supplies and other everyday items.

Small tasks around the house such as reaching things that are out of reach for someone in a wheelchair, carrying in groceries from van, etc.

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.

We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.

In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.