Student: Caregiver for Female Paraplegic

Job Title
Student: Caregiver for Female Paraplegic

Requisition Number
SE04409

Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location
Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus

Salary Range
$25 per hour

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

- Experience with caregiving or the pursuit of a degree in the health industry is a plus, but not required.
- Good driving record.

Hours per Week

Hours: 18 – 30 hours per week

Mon – Fri ==> 9 am – 1pm needed most

If not available for every weekday morning, there is the possibility to switch with someone working the evening shift, which is 9 pm -12 am or 1am, or a weekend shift (same morning and evening hours). Students’ schedules differ. I can be flexible and work with the hours.

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Female paraplegic in a power wheelchair. She is independent during the day but needs assistance with personal hygiene (daily dressing, sometimes bathing and bathroom assistance) and other general needs at the beginning and end of the day. Ceiling-mounted lift used for transfers to/from bed and shower. Exercises – exercise bands for arms and passive exercises with legs. Potential wound care. Keep employer apprised of low inventory items for medical supplies and other everyday items. Small tasks around the house such as reaching things that are out of reach, carrying in groceries from the van, laundry, etc. Be willing to drive my van to take me places when needed, mainly to doctor appointments.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

- Caring individual who accepts responsibility and shows initiative.
- Detail oriented.
- Maintain chart of body functions.

- Must be a non- smoker.
- Fingernails should be minimal length with rounded corners.

Deadline to Apply
08/06/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date
08/03/2026