via SimplyHired
$48K - 62K a year
Supporting household tasks, errands, and light administrative duties in a private home environment.
Dependable, organized, comfortable with pets and children, and proficient with basic digital tools.
PERSONAL ASSISTANT Location: Folsom & Sacramento Area Schedule: 28–50 hrs/week | In-Person | Local Travel Required Compensation: 23.00-30.00 DOE Training: Paid working interview day POSITION OVERVIEW A fast-growing senior care organization is seeking a reliable, warm, and highly adaptable Personal Assistant to support a busy household and executive leader. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who genuinely enjoys helping others through real-world tasks, home support, and day-to-day operational needs. This role includes a wide variety of responsibilities: running errands, organizing household tasks, assisting with personal needs, transporting pets, supporting light administrative tasks, and helping prepare materials for community outreach. The ideal candidate is grounded, dependable, comfortable in a dynamic environment, and able to maintain composure and professionalism during fast-paced or changing situations. The position requires regular work inside a private home that includes a newborn, dogs, and a busy family atmosphere. Candidates must be comfortable with pets, child-related noise, household activity, and a fluid schedule. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Personal Support (Primary Focus) • Grocery shopping, meal prep, and simple cooking • Running errands (dry cleaning, package pickup, mail, returns, pharmacy items, etc.) • Dropping off documents or checks to local care homes • Organizing household items and maintaining general order • Assisting with light household tasks (tidying, unloading groceries, folding laundry) • Transporting dogs to grooming or vet appointments • Working comfortably in a home with a newborn and multiple pets • Driving the employer’s electric vehicle when needed Administrative & Organizational Support • Helping manage daily to-do lists and reminders • Taking notes, organizing information, and preparing simple documents • Basic scheduling assistance (no heavy administrative duties) • Organizing marketing materials, packets, brochures, and supplies • Maintaining consistent inventory of outreach/collateral materials • Providing support during small projects or home/office organization tasks Marketing & Outreach Support (No prior marketing experience required; training provided) • Picking up items (e.g., donuts, giveaways, printed materials) for outreach visits • Accompanying staff to skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, or partner offices • Setting up tables, tablecloths, brochures, and branded materials during events • Preparing and organizing outreach packets and leave-behind materials • Presenting yourself professionally when interacting with the public REQUIRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES • Warm, grounded, and dependable with excellent judgment • Comfortable working around newborns and dogs • Emotionally intelligent and calm under pressure • Clean driving record and confidence driving different vehicles, including EVs • Ability to multitask and switch between personal and professional duties • Discreet and trustworthy with confidential information • Organized, proactive, and able to work independently • Presentable, casual-professional appearance • Basic proficiency with Google Workspace and digital tools PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (These are not required — training will be provided for the right candidate.) • Experience as a personal assistant, nanny, caregiver, house manager, or in hospitality • Experience cooking simple meals or following basic recipes • Experience working with dogs • Experience supporting a home or small business environment • Comfortable navigating clinics, care homes, and community settings ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Must pass a DOJ/FBI background check • Must be able to lift and transport marketing materials, groceries, etc. • Requires comfort working in both home and field settings • Occasional evenings or weekends for events or urgent needs • Mileage reimbursement available when using personal vehicle SUCCESS AFTER 90 DAYS • Home and personal systems run smoothly and consistently • Outreach events and marketing drop-offs are prepared and executed efficiently • Daily operations feel organized, predictable, and supported • The assistant demonstrates initiative, dependability, and strong follow-through • Ability to anticipate needs and adapt to changing priorities Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Health insurance Work Location: In person
This job posting was last updated on 12/12/2025