LIVE-IN COMPANION/CARER

ALGARVE, PORTUGAL

Job Reference: HU4443

Salary: €60,000 gross per annum

Languages: Fluent English, conversational Portuguese or Spanish

Accommodation: Provided

Essential Requirements: Previous experience caring for seniors, experience with mobility limitations, medical care training, driver, EU Passport holder, fluent English and conversational Portuguese.

A wonderful gentleman approaching 83 years of age, living in Vilamoura, Algarve is seeking an experienced and engaging Live-In Companion/Caregiver to provide long-term support. This is very much a companion-driven position and the family are seeking a mature, intelligent, confident, and compassionate individual who understands that excellent caregiving involves far more than completing a list of tasks.

Our client is wheelchair-dependent but remains high-functioning and engaging. We are looking for someone who can become a trusted presence for the principal, including looking out for his well-being, anticipate his needs, and take ownership of both his personal care and the smooth day-to-day operation of his home.

Responsibilities:

·       Providing daily companionship and actively monitoring the gentleman's overall well-being

·       Assisting with mobility and wheelchair transfers

·       Supporting his daily routine while encouraging as much independence as possible

·       Driving and accompanying him to medical appointments, social engagements, restaurants, and other activities

·       Coordinating appointments and assisting with scheduling

·       Personal shopping, grocery shopping, and errands

·       Preparing fresh, healthy daily meals

·       Maintaining household and personal inventories

·       Ordering household and personal items as required

·       Assisting with vehicle maintenance and coordinating servicing

·       Ensuring medications, appointments, supplies, and daily necessities are appropriately organized

·       Maintaining communication with family members as required

·       Taking ownership of the home and ensuring his day-to-day environment remains safe, comfortable, organized, and enjoyable

·       Coordinating outside services and vendors when necessary 

This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced caregiver who is looking for more than simply a job. The family is hoping to find someone who will become a trusted companion, advocate, and consistent presence in this gentleman's life while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle and surroundings of Portugal's Algarve. 
The successful candidate should have previous experience supporting seniors or individuals with mobility limitations and be comfortable and physically capable of assisting with wheelchair transfers and mobility. Ideally have basic medical care training or related experience. 

This is a live- in role with a private bedroom and bathroom within the beautiful two-bedroom villa. 6 day working week, with one day off per week. Salary €60,000 per annum with housing, food, utilities, internet, and work-related travel fully covered. Start Date early September. Detailed background check and three verifiable professional references will be required. (HU4443)