Job Title: Student: Caregiver for Female Paraplegic
Requisition Number: SE03858
Department Name: 3J5SE: Student Employment
Work Location: Lexington, KY
On Campus/Off Campus: Off Campus
Salary Range: $23 per hour
Type of Position: Student
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. Hours per Week: Hours: 12-16 hoursMon, Wed, Fri ==> 9a – 1p and 8p or 9p – 11p or 12aTues, Thur, Sat, Sun ==> 9a – 12p or 1p and 8p or 9p-11p or 12a
Weekends are needed most. The ability to swap with other shifts occasionally is helpful. Working both shifts the same day is not necessary or common. I can work with your schedule. This position has the potential to extend beyond the summer months. Job Summary: You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. 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. Ceiling-mounted lift used for transfers to/from bed and shower. Exercises with exercise bands for arms and passive exercises with legs. 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.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Non-smoker. Caring person who loves U.K. basketball! Deadline to Apply: 04/25/2024
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. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Anticipated Start Date: 05/01/2023
