House Manager/Personal Assistant

| Houston, TX, United States

Posted Date 11/06/2023
Description

Household Manager (HM) / Personal Assistant

Purpose: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the home. The HM works directly with the homeowner and his family, medical caregivers, household childcare provider, and household assistant. The homeowner is an ALS patient, therefore, the HM will need a basic understanding of the healthcare system. The HM is responsible for managing the calendar, coordinating transportation for all scheduled events, and maintaining the necessary inventory for the home. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, proactive, organized, and have a positive attitude. 

 

Essential Functions

  • Schedule all necessary doctor, maintenance, and personal appointments
  • Schedule, coordinate, and be present for household services - cleaners, appliance repairs, deliveries, contractors, etc.
  • Communicate with primary caregivers and child care provider 
  • Coordinate the children's schedules and occasionally assist with school drop off/pick up
  • Manage email inbox, and sort any mail that the principle receives 
  • Occasional dog walking 

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (preferred) or equivalent work experience
  • Experience: 2 years applicable household management, assistant, or other similar work experience is highly preferred but not required

Prerequisite Skills & Requirements

  • Excellent communication, both written and verbal
  • Strong relationship management skills including the ability to interact with all staff and guests of the home in a professional and courteous manner
  • Ability to prioritize and manage diverse and multiple tasks with competing priorities successfully, maintaining flexibility and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team; prioritize tasks; and exercise good judgment and initiative
  • Proficiency in Google applications
  • Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
  • Must be comfortable interacting with children and dogs 
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Categories
Estate Manager | Executive Assistant | Family Assistant | House Manager | Other/Miscellaneous | Personal Assistant
Compensation
$30/hour
Housing Type
Live-out

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