
Personal Support Assistant
Job Overview
Personal Support Assistant & Teammate
We’re seeking a caring, creative, and supportive Personal Support Assistant to walk alongside the young adult founder of a growing jewelry and fashion business. The founder is a fun, energetic young woman with an intellectual disability who loves sharing beauty, inclusion, and resilience through her work. This role is about being a trusted companion, helper, and teammate, someone who makes sure both the business and daily activities run smoothly.
This is more than a job, it’s a chance to learn new things, enjoy meaningful experiences, and be part of an inspiring journey. If you are interested in entrepreneurship, management, marketing, or social media as well as a passion for inclusion, you are the right person for this role! You’ll help bring a vision of inclusion to life while providing steady, respectful, and encouraging support in everyday situations.
Personal Support & Companionship Responsibilities
- Attend markets, fairs, and pop-up events with the founder
- Assist with booth setup, breakdown, and inventory
- Help with communication, customer interactions, and vendor conversations
- Provide patient and encouraging assistance in public settings
- Support transportation and navigating busy environments
- Help with scheduling, organization, and staying on track
- Be a reliable companion who brings positivity, kindness, and teamwork
Business Support Responsibilities
- Work alongside the founder on social media posts, photos, and video editing (Instagram/TikTok)
- Assist with updating the website (Squarespace)
- Help research new jewelry or fashion products
- Join in collaborations and outreach opportunities
- Contribute ideas and encouragement as the business grows
Requirements
- Friendly, patient, and supportive personality
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Comfortable in public settings and assisting with communication needs
- Ability to lift and carry event supplies (up to 25 lbs)
- Basic tech comfort (email, spreadsheets, social media)
- Willing and able to travel locally and throughout the US if needed
Ideal Candidate
- Excited to support and empower individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
- Passionate about inclusion and community engagement
- Interest in jewelry, fashion, or creative projects is a plus
- Flexible, reliable, and ready to learn while having fun