Personal care assistant Jobs in New york ny

Requirements :

• Strong command of English language; superior communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent references required from both current and previous employers
• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year College or University preferred
• Minimum 5+ years related experience working in a similar role within a private family
• Exceptional organizational skills and dedication to responsibilities; above and beyond attitude
• Must be available by text, email, and phone during work hours (when not in person)
• Must work with the utmost discretion and have a no job is too big or too small approach to the role
• High EQ with an innate ability to read the room– knows when to lean in and when to give space
• Ability to exercise quick and accurate judgment and work well in fast-paced environments
• Effective and proactive problem-solver; able to analyze situations thoroughly in order to anticipate problems before they arise
• Ability to complete multiple tasks skillfully and pivot seamlessly to prioritize time-sensitive tasks and tight deadlines
• Exceptional follow through skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable to the family’s preferences
• Experience with invoices, bill pay / management, and expense tracking
• Detail oriented; prioritization and efficiency required at all times as well as the ability to work independently
• Professional, positive, personable, and poised in both mindset and manner
• MUST be comfortable and enjoy being around children
• Computer savvy with strong ability in both Mac and PC systems, including Microsoft Office, and Google calendar / drive
• Valid Driver’s license; confident driver with zero points
• Degree from an accredited college or university is a PLUS
• Legally able to work in the United States

Job Description :

A busy New York City family seeks a proactive, efficient, and highly organized Personal Assistant who will support, execute, and collaborate to seamlessly manage the day-to-day functions and operations of the homes, calendars, appointments, etc. This position consists of a Monday-Friday schedule with overriding flexibility if needed. Some days will be in person at the main residence in NYC while others might be working from home, running errands, etc. Main touch points will include managing the family's calendars, household operations, vendors, events, projects, invoices and bill pay, school and medical forms, as well as oversight into a secondary residence in the Hamptons alongside a Property Manager. The ideal candidate will be adept at scheduling appointments, managing personal and family calendars including the children's schedules, coordinating and overseeing family events, running errands, making returns, organizing and inventorying the home, and various projects that may arise throughout the year. Additionally, the Personal Assistant will be responsible for vendor and service provider management including, scheduling, obtaining proposals, providing oversight, invoicing, and bill pay.

Heavy emphasis is placed on working with discretion, strategic problem-solving, effective communication, and anticipating the needs of the family. This position requires strong follow-through skills and an incredible attention to detail while still keeping an eye on the big picture. The ideal candidate will be warm, professional, positive, considerate, and work with a no job is too big or too small mindset.

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