Temporary Adult Caregiver

Temporary Adult CaregiverDepartment: Care FinderEmployment Type: TemporaryLocation: Andover, MACompensation: $30.00 / hourDescriptionWe're currently looking for a Temporary Adult Caregiver in Andover, MA 01810A wonderful family located near the border of Tewksbury and Salem, NH (right off I-93) is seeking a temporary caregiver for their 69-year-old mother who will be recovering from knee surgery starting October 9, 2025. The client uses a walker and will need help with mobility, hygiene, meals, and general recovery support. They experience occasional anxiety and panic attacks, so a calm and emotionally attuned caregiver is ideal. Meals may need to be prepared downstairs and brought upstairs.Care is needed daily from 10am-5pm for the first week, then will gradually taper off over the next 4-6 weeks depending on recovery progress. A spouse is present in the home and may assist as needed.Start date: October 9, 2025End date/Length of Position: 4-6 weeksSchedule: Monday-Sunday (Week 1: 10am-5pm; flexible hours as care needs decrease)Compensation: $30 per hourResponsibilitiesRESPONSIBILITIES:Assistance with walking (uses walker) and occasional lifting (from bed to shower, etc)Showering and general hygieneMeal preparation (healthy, low-sodium Mediterranean diet)Light housekeeping related to the clientMedication and physical therapy remindersPerforming blood pressure/pulse checksSupport with anxiety and panic attacksNavigating stairs and bringing meals upstairsRequirementsREQUIREMENTS:2+ Years of prior experience in adult or post-operative careAbility to assist safely and empathetically with lifting and mobility (153lbs)Emotionally supportive, patient, and trustworthyLegally auuthorized to work in the U.S.Comfortable working in a home with stairsLegally authorized to work in the U.S.Must be able to pass a background check and social media screeningCPR certification (or willing to become certified)Provide two care-related referencesCompensationThis position pays $30 per hour.Care is needed daily from 10am-5pm for the first week, then will gradually taper off over the next 4-6 weeks depending on recovery progress. No guaranteed hours

Created: 2025-09-27