Live-In Personal Assistant to VIP in Monterey County, California
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INDUSTRY NEWS: Our sister agency is seeking a live-in PA in Monterey County, California
INDUSTRY NEWS: Our sister agency is seeking a live-in PA in Monterey County, California
Job Description
STATUS: (ONGOING)
COMPANY: CPAN sister agency
TYPE: Live-in
LOCATION: Monterey County, California
PAY: Based on experience/negotiable
COMPANY: CPAN sister agency
TYPE: Live-in
LOCATION: Monterey County, California
PAY: Based on experience/negotiable
Summary
The client is seeking a thoughtful, capable, and engaging live-in Property Assistant to support a private residence in Monterey County, California. This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys a peaceful environment, the outdoors, gardening, simple cooking, and becoming a trusted presence in the daily life of an independent principal.
The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in creating a well-cared-for home and enjoys the balance of hands-on responsibilities, companionship, and independence. Responsibilities will include tending to the gardens and property, preparing a dinner, making tea or fresh juice, assisting with errands and driving, helping with light household tasks, and occasionally accompanying the principal on walks or outings around the property.
This is not a traditional caregiving role. The principal values privacy, autonomy, and genuine connection. The right person will have strong emotional intelligence; someone who knows when to engage and when to give space, who is naturally observant, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative without needing constant direction. The ideal candidate is warm, curious, and interesting to be around, with a genuine appreciation for nature, the arts, gardening, or a slower-paced lifestyle.
Someone who enjoys meaningful work, beautiful surroundings, and creating a positive impact through the small details will thrive in this special environment.
The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in creating a well-cared-for home and enjoys the balance of hands-on responsibilities, companionship, and independence. Responsibilities will include tending to the gardens and property, preparing a dinner, making tea or fresh juice, assisting with errands and driving, helping with light household tasks, and occasionally accompanying the principal on walks or outings around the property.
This is not a traditional caregiving role. The principal values privacy, autonomy, and genuine connection. The right person will have strong emotional intelligence; someone who knows when to engage and when to give space, who is naturally observant, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative without needing constant direction. The ideal candidate is warm, curious, and interesting to be around, with a genuine appreciation for nature, the arts, gardening, or a slower-paced lifestyle.
Someone who enjoys meaningful work, beautiful surroundings, and creating a positive impact through the small details will thrive in this special environment.
Responsibilities
Companion and Daily Support
- Provide warm, respectful companionship while honoring the principal’s privacy and independence.
- Spend time in conversation and offer a calm, reassuring presence throughout the day.
- Accompany the principal on walks around the property, including to the pool when requested.
- Drive the principal locally for outings, errands, or appointments as needed.
- Assist with daily tasks and personal requests as they arise.
- Provide discreet reminders and support with supplements and established wellness routines.
- Offer additional practical assistance on days when the principal may need more support.
- Handle all personal matters with sensitivity, dignity, and complete confidentiality.
Meals and Household Support
- Prepare tea, coffee, fresh juice, and other simple refreshments.
- Prepare a fresh, thoughtfully presented evening meal.
- Assist with light kitchen cleanup after meals.
- Make the bed and provide other light household support as requested.
- Monitor basic household needs and communicate with the Personal Assistant or household team.
- Work collaboratively with the housekeeper, gardener, and other staff on the property.
Property and Garden Support
- Assist with light gardening and seasonal projects around the property.
- Help maintain outdoor areas in a tidy and cared-for condition.
- Complete practical property tasks and small projects as needed.
- Notice and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
- Take initiative while respecting the responsibilities of other property staff.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a companion, household assistant, property support, hospitality, private service, or similar role.
- Warm, compassionate, and emotionally intelligent approach.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust naturally.
- Comfortable supporting an independent principal without creating the feeling of traditional caregiving.
- Genuine interest in gardening and willingness to provide hands-on garden support.
- Able to prepare simple, healthy evening meals and refreshments.
- Resourceful, observant, and willing to assist with a wide variety of daily needs.
- Comfortable working independently in a private and rural environment.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Professional references from previous employers.
- Non-smoker.
Preferred Experience
- Background or personal interest in art, writing, gardening, nature, or creative pursuits.
- Experience supporting an older or independent principal in a respectful, non-clinical capacity.
- Experience working in a private home or estate setting.
- Comfortable with evolving responsibilities as the principal’s needs change over time.
Location & Accomodations
Central California (Monterey County). This is a full-time, live-in position. A spacious private studio cabin is provided on the property and includes a living area, sleeping nook with a queen-size bed, kitchen, and private bathroom. A vehicle is available on the property for transporting the principal and completing approved errands. There is no relocation offered, client is seeking a local California candidate.
Schedule
Full-time, six days per week. The position requires significant flexibility. While the principal does not currently require round-the-clock care, the successful candidate should be comfortable providing additional support when needed. An expanded on-call arrangement may be considered and compensated accordingly.
Compensation & Benefits
Highly competitive compensation offered based on experience, schedule, and the final scope of the position.
- Private live-in accommodations.
- Health insurance.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- Two weeks of paid vacation.
- Use of a household vehicle for work-related driving.
NOTE: A paid trial period is anticipated before a long-term offer is finalized.
Candidates must pass a background and reference check
Apply for this job
To apply for this job:
- Email [email protected] with "PA in Monterey" in the subject line.
- It is preferred that you CUT & PASTE your resume into the body of the email instead of attaching it.
- Write a short introduction about yourself.
- Please do NOT send any other additional attachments.
