San Francisco Family Seeks Full Time Family Assistant

Our returning clients in Presidio Heights are seeking a detail-oriented Family Assistant. The primary responsibilities will be household tasks oriented with ability to help with backup childcare if needed.

Experience Requirements

• 2 years minimum experience working as a family assistant with excellent verifiable references

Educational Requirements

• Fluency in English
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Qualifications

• COVID-vaccinated + boosted
• Valid driver with clean record (family can provide vehicle for work-related driving)
• Gets along well with others
• Works well in multi-staffed home
• Good listener/takes instruction well
• Detail-oriented
• Independent and confident working on a project autonomously
• Background in hospitality is useful – not required but preferable
• Excellent communication skills
• Can make a long-term commitment – at least a year, ideally longer

Responsibilities

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  • Upkeep and maintain clear systems for home organization and cleanliness across all areas of the home

  • Laundry duties, including hand washing, delicate care, ironing, and coordination with dry cleaning services

  • Maintain and replenishing essential items such as dehumidifiers, fire alarm batteries, dishwasher salt, hand soaps, and other household supplies

  • Coordinate and oversee vendor appointments for events, household services, and routine maintenance

  • Maintaining and troubleshooting household technology, including iPads and Apple Home devices

  • Event & Guest Management: Coordinate room setups and oversee guest accommodations for special events and family gatherings

  • Requires occasional work on a weekend for birthday party

  • Wardrobe & Personal Care: Manage the care, organization, inventory, and maintenance of wardrobes, accessories, and personal belongings as needed

  • Travel Preparation: Oversee packing and unpacking for family trips, ensuring all items are properly prepared and in excellent condition

  • Assist with booking appointments and researching age-appropriate activities for the children

  • Handle errands as needed, including grocery shopping, mail collection, and managing returns

  • Curate and wrap thoughtful gifts for holidays, birthdays, and special occasions and send out

  • Assist with putting up and removing holiday decor

  • Plan and organize family vacations and special events.

  • Assemble small furniture items (stroller, children’s gear)

  • Assist with driving family and/or dogs to appointments

  • Dog Care:

  • Provide care for two medium-size dogs with confidence as needed, including feeding, taking them outside, going on short walks, or transporting them to the dog sitter in Marin.
    Will provide household car