Full-Time Family Assistant – Philadelphia/Bala Cynwyd Area
Compensation: $30–$35/hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Overview:
A busy business owner and mother in the Philadelphia area is seeking a proactive, organized, and tech-savvy Family Assistant to help manage both personal and professional tasks. The role involves travel between the family’s home in Bala Cynwyd, their offices (located in Philadelphia and Bala Cynwyd), and various local stores and service providers. This is a dynamic, fast-paced position that requires flexibility, strong multitasking abilities, and excellent communication skills.
Important Health Requirement:
Due to the mother’s autoimmune condition, all applicants must be fully up-to-date on all vaccinations. This is essential to minimize health risks, as her immune system is compromised and more susceptible to infections and delayed healing.
Key Responsibilities:
Run errands including mailing, shopping, returns, and pickups for home and office
Transport office supplies and deliveries from home to the office and ensure they are organized and stocked
Occasional school pickups or drop-offs for children (ages 2 & 6), as well as pet-related tasks for a small dog
Serve as a receptionist, scribe, or administrative assistant at the office as needed
Handle personal tasks such as purchasing party supplies, gifts, and cakes
Stock cleaning and household supplies for home and office
Assist with booking, scheduling, emailing, and phone communication
Post and edit social media content (experience with platforms and basic editing tools preferred)
Light bookkeeping and accounting tasks (a plus)
Maintain documentation, assist with general organization, and keep detailed records
Ideal Candidate Qualities:
Must have a reliable car and clean driving record
Tech-savvy and comfortable using Apple products
Clear, professional communication skills – verbal, written, and digital
Self-starter with excellent time management and attention to detail
Friendly, calm under pressure, and highly dependable
Able to anticipate needs, solve problems independently, and adapt quickly
Polished appearance, professional manners, and discretion
Comfortable multitasking and balancing responsibilities in a dynamic environment
Strong social skills and ability to work well with others
Familiarity with Vietnamese or Cantonese is a plus, but not required
Requirements:
Must be fully vaccinated and current on all immunizations (due to autoimmune condition in the household)
At least 2 professional references
Able to pass a thorough background check and drug screening
Personality test required prior to hire
About the Family:
2 adults, 2 children (ages 2 & 6), 1 small dog
Values cleanliness, reliability, and proactive support