Live In Caregiver

This Live In Caregiver position is for a 69 year old female "JZ" with developmental disabilities. She is non-verbal but communicates through vocalizations and gestures. Her mobility is decreasing and she needs some support to move safely. You would move in with JZ in her lovely 3 bedroom apartment in the Syracuse University area. She likes her own space and can be overwhelmed by crowds or too much stimulation. Two agencies provide JZ with day time care, including meals and personal care. You would be responsible for overnights. There is no hourly pay for overnights, but you would live there rent free. Utilities and internet are also covered. You would also be eligible for reimbursement for groceries. To apply go to the Exceptional Family Resources website on the Careers page under Self-Direction-Direct Support Professionals, look for posting name DR-JZ. You would be hired by EFR, receive training as a DSP and then be eligible to cover day care at $26 per hour. To also be eligible for PCA care, you would have to apply to AccessCNY. The rate for PCA is $19.71 per hour.