James R.
$16.55 / hr
Pittsburgh, PA
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I love helping people. I have been a caregiver since june 2004, soon after graduating from college. I have a Bachelors degree in Community Health and a minor in Biology. I enjoyed physiology classes, after which I decided that working with people who need help and getting paid for my services would be my best option and I love it. I love being a caregiver because I have been helped a lot and I want to give back. I had surgery at UPMC 10 years ago, nurses were wonderful. If I can ever make someone feel comfortable like I was during my recuperating period at UPMC-then that'd be huge for me. I am married with an 8 year old who thinks that I'm the best dad in the world. I taught her how to read from an early age, she is well liked at her school and she gets A's. I'm proud of being there for her whenever I'm free from work responsibilities.I moved to Pittsburgh PA right after high school. I was born in Uganda-East Africa. I managed to work and go through college and after which I started a family. I love to volunteer. I have volunteered at the Pittsburgh food bank, the Pittsburgh project, and the women's shelter for battered women. I'm looking for another job right now because the one I have is offering weekend hours only. Throughout my professional life I never call off. If I want a day off I plan in advance 14 to 30 days ahead because I know that finding someone to work in a place for a caregiver who calls off isn't easy. my email address:jrpewma@gmail.com
Caregiving Services & Expertise
Services
- Bathing
- Dressing & Grooming
- Toileting
- Medication Reminders
- Meal Prep
- Groceries & Shopping
- Transferring & Mobility
- Transportation
- Housekeeping
- Companionship
Job Interests
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
Skills & Expertise
- ALS
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Blood Disorders
- Cardiovascular Disorders
- Gastrointestinal Disorders
- HIV/AIDS
- Hospice Care
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Neurological Disorders
- Parkinson's Disease
- Post Surgery Recovery
- Respiratory Disorders
- Stroke
- Senior Care
- Elder Care
- Home Care
Languages
- English
Experience & Education
Weekend Residential counselor, with individuals with autism spectrum disorder
Invision Human Services
Home Health visitor/AID
ATC Healthcare Services
La Roche College, University of Pittsburgh
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