Caregiver / Personal Care Assistant Job

We are seeking a trustworthy, reliable, patient, and compassionate caregiver (non-smoker) to provide in-home support for a 28-year-old woman with cerebral palsy. She is wheelchair-bound and non-verbal, and is described as easy to care for.

This role involves assisting with daily care needs, including tube feeding, diaper changes, personal hygiene, and repositioning, while ensuring comfort, dignity, and respect at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform safe transfers between bed and wheelchair using a Hoyer lift

Provide personal care, including feeding, hygiene, and toileting

Maintain comfort and follow a consistent care routine

Deliver attentive, respectful, and compassionate support

Schedule:

Peak Season (June–August):
Shifts may range from as early as 2:30 AM to as late as 10:00 PM (no overnight shifts)

Outside Peak Season:
As-needed support for evenings and weekends, typically starting after 6:00 AM

Hours are variable and not guaranteed, with increased availability during summer months

Once trust is established, there may be opportunities to assist with outings and transportation.

Ideal Candidate:

Dependable, gentle, and attentive

Comfortable providing hands-on personal care

Able to work flexibly based on the family’s needs

Experienced with or willing to learn use of a Hoyer lift

Pay Rate: $16.32/hour

Location:
Suamico, WI (in-home care)

Please Note:
Palco is not the legal employer of record for this position. Palco is assisting with the recruitment process on behalf of self-directing employers/participants. Additional details will be provided during the enrollment and onboarding process.