Job Description
Finish your novel, take classes at any of the many local colleges, save money and transition into life in Boston, keep your part-time job in a cafe, or just hang out in exchange for providing assistance to an active, outgoing woman with M.S. This experience works for many, like those in situations mentioned above, and not for those whose daytime commitments are overly long or stressful. Residency includes your own quiet, sunny bedroom in a beautiful Brookline home, complete with delicious organic food, and late-night talks.
Main Responsibilities While I'm Awake:
• transfers/lifts from/to
my bed, the commode and my scooter
• helping me to bed and assisting with fixing things and simple computer tasks (like e-mails, filling out forms, etc.)
• cooking dinner (eventually, hopefully alone)
• sharing great organic, healthy dinners while watching TV shows/movies together
• kitchen cleanup and helping me with bedtime routine
• helping me to bed and assisting with fixing things and simple computer tasks (like e-mails, filling out forms, etc.)
• cooking dinner (eventually, hopefully alone)
• sharing great organic, healthy dinners while watching TV shows/movies together
• kitchen cleanup and helping me with bedtime routine
Main Responsibilities While I'm Asleep:
• Awakening once at night (via intercom) to help me onto the commode and change my sleeping position
• Aside from this (usual) one awakening, helpers usually sleep fully and well throughout the night.
• Aside from this (usual) one awakening, helpers usually sleep fully and well throughout the night.
Hours:
• Five evenings and overnights (the nights you work will be determined after training) from 7:15pm-8:30am the next morning.
• There are no daytime or weekend responsibilities. If your schedule permits, and if desired, there are opportunities from time to time to fill-in some day shifts and earn extra money.
• This position is currently filled. I am looking for someone to begin training soon. You will transition over time with my present helper until you are able to fly solo, which can be determined as we go.
• There are no daytime or weekend responsibilities. If your schedule permits, and if desired, there are opportunities from time to time to fill-in some day shifts and earn extra money.
• This position is currently filled. I am looking for someone to begin training soon. You will transition over time with my present helper until you are able to fly solo, which can be determined as we go.
Compensation:
- The majority of the time you spend with me is considered a work exchange for room and board. I provide a beautiful living space -- a sanctuary to all who come here -- including full utilities, and organic, delicious, gourmet, healthy food.
- Additionally, you will be paid a stipend every two weeks of around $530 after taxes.
Living/Sleeping Accommodations
Spacious furnished room with large desk, TV, Cable, VCR, DVD, high-speed internet access, and stereo. Laundry facilities, utilities, and bi-monthly housecleaning services included.
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- a woman at least 23-years old
- a non-smoking/perfume-free woman (I am allergic to strong scents)
- a fast learner, competent, self-confident, and responsible
- an honest and communicative person
- organized and neat, with good attention to detail
- physically strong, at least 5'4" with no chronic pain conditions or injuries
- be able to wake up/fall asleep quickly
- computer savvy
- fun-loving and caring
- able to speak English proficiently
- experience not necessary (will train)