Now Hiring: Live-In Male Caregiver – Falmouth, Maine ASAP
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable male live-in caregiver to provide one-on-one care for an elderly gentleman in Falmouth, Maine. This is a private-pay, live-in position with a private bedroom provided in a comfortable, non-smoking home.
Live-in position
Start Date: ASAP
Private bedroom with bed provided
Full access to kitchen
Air conditioning and heat
One friendly dog in the home
Client sleeps well throughout the night
The client has Lewy Body Dementia, resulting in fluctuating physical abilities. Some days he requires minimal assistance, while on other days he needs more hands-on support, particularly for mobility and fall prevention. He experiences short-term memory loss but is generally alert and pleasant.
Responsibilities include:
Hands-on personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Assistance with transfers and mobility
Fall prevention and supervision
Bathing assistance, including entering/exiting the shower and occasional lower body washing
Toileting assistance (client is incontinent and wears protective briefs but prefers assistance to the bathroom when possible)
Dressing support while encouraging independence
Grooming assistance and setup as needed
Medication reminders
Meal preparation (light breakfast and lunch, dinner preparation as needed)
Light housekeeping
Laundry and bed linen changes
Transportation to appointments using the client's vehicle
Friendly companionship and engaging conversation while respecting the client's independence
Male caregiver REQUIRED
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Comfortable driving the client's vehicle
Must have a reliable personal vehicle for transportation to and from the assignment
Compassionate, patient, dependable, and professional
Experience with dementia care and transfers is strongly preferred
Maintain a neat, professional appearance while on duty
Follow company uniform and identification policies
Personal cell phone use should be limited to breaks and emergencies while providing care
If you're looking for a rewarding live-in opportunity where you can build a meaningful relationship with one client while making a real difference in his daily life, we'd love to hear from you.
