To Apply:
  1. Learn about the position by viewing the job outline below
  2. Learn about Mike by viewing a slideshow presentation or the text only version of the slideshow
  3. E-mail any questions or concerns to mmatz1@newhaven.edu
  4. Fill out the online application as thoroughly as possible

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Fun & exciting job openings starting early 2007 in Waterbury

Mike is a recent college grad with cerebral palsy.  He lives a full, normal life as most people in their 20’s do with the help of personal assistants to assist him in multiple aspects of everyday life. 

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to the following: 

·         Driving and accompanying Mike to professional meetings and leisurely activities including job interviews, studio sessions, personal business meetings, business lunches and dinners, the mall, movies, concerts, nightclubs, gym, beach, parties with friends, sporting events, trips, etc. 

·         Assisting Mike with basic daily living tasks necessary for anyone to lead a normal and productive life.  Some of these tasks include dressing, bathing, personal/oral hygiene, using the bathroom, eating, drinking, getting in and out of bed/swimming pool etc.

·         Helping Mike communicate.  Tasks may include making phone calls and helping him communicate in public.  

 

·         Assisting Mike with the operation of his record production company.

   ·         Assisting Mike conduct household chores including occasional laundry, shopping, cleaning, etc.

 Required Qualifications (experience is not required): 

·         Must have the desire to assist Mike

·         Must be patient, honest, responsible, dependable, and reliable

·         Must pay close attention to detail and possess strong listening skills

·         Must have a clean criminal record

·         Must have fairly good phone presence and the ability to act/speak in a professional manner when necessary

·         Must be comfortable in learning to assist Mike with all functions of toileting

·         Must have physical strength

·         Ability to follow a set of instructions and procedures

·         Ability to remain calm in unexpected situations 

Desired Qualifications:

·         A good driving record 

·         The ability to have a positive attitude when working

·         The ability to fill in when others are absent

   ·         A good sense of humor

 Benefits:

·         The ability to gain working experience in a fun, dynamic, and friendly environment

·         The ability to choose from a variety of positions including hourly shifts and daily roommate shifts

·         Very good hourly pay rates/salaries

·         Getting paid to go to events such as nightclubs, concerts, parties and other fun events with Mike

·         Gaining a sense of accomplishment by being able to see the direct benefits of your work.

Please contact Mike at mmatz1@newhaven.edu with any further questions or to apply.