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Des Plaines, IL
38 years old
5 years experience
Full-time
$15-$20/hour
I am the person to help you or your family member in your time of need. I have the experience, as I have been working in the field for the past five years.
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Mental Illness
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Des Plaines, IL
22 years old
3 years experience
Full-time
$5-$10/hour
I am a very nice person and I love caring for children and elderly because they are the most important people to me in this world I have a passion for caring for the elderly because I never knew my Grandmother who died before I was born. I would have give anything... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Diabetes
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Des Plaines, IL
23 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$15-$25/hour
I have worked with a variety of kids. In my experience, some of those children have been special needs children. I love showing them that there is a world of opportunities out there, and no matter how different you are, there will always be people around that show... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Cancer, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Dwarfism, Food Allergies, Mental Illness, Mental Retardation, Obesity, Speech Delay
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Des Plaines, IL
32 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$15-$20/hour
Hello, my name is Jingle, I am 32 years old, and Filipino by ethnicity. I would like to express my interest and apply for the job. I am a very well experienced CNA/Caregiver in an at-home setting, hospital or nursing home. I am able to do multitasking. My reference... More>
Experienced with ages: Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism, Cancer, Diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Cord Injury, Thyroid Condition
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Des Plaines, IL
23 years old
2 years experience
Full-time
$10-$25/hour
Hello there, my name is Valerie G. and I am 23 years old and I live in Des Plaines, IL. I have worked as a direct support professional at a residential facility for adults with developmental disabilities. While there I assisted adults with developmental disabilities... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Developmental Delays,...
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Des Plaines, IL
29 years old
2 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
Dear family, I am an experienced nanny/parent helper living in Des Plaines, IL. I am patient, dedicated, reliable, energetic, and fun-loving. I have a lot of experience with children, babies and special needs. I like to play a lot with them and help in their... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, Mental Illness, Mental Retardation, Pervasive...
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Des Plaines, IL
37 years old
1 year experience
Part-time
$15-$50/hour
I cared for my terminally ill daughter and am a licensed CNA and am currently attending college to become a RN. I currently work for Resurrection Health Care Systems in Senior Services. I enjoy helping others and making them feel comfortable. I always try to give... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Deafness, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Food Allergies, Mental Illness,...
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Des Plaines, IL
49 years old
3 years experience
Part-time
$10-$25/hour
I have cared for an elderly neighbor prior to her being admitted to an assisted living facility. I prepared meals, transported her to doctor's visits, did light shopping, and visited frequently just to keep her company (great lady). I have a degree in social work... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Mobility Challenges
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Des Plaines, IL
45 years old
4 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I worked in special needs preschool through third grade. I worked with children that were learning and physically disabled. I also have a son that has tourette's syndrome and autism. I know what it's like to work and personally go through the challenges everyday.... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Food Allergies, Seizure Disorder, Speech Delay, Tourette Syndrome
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Des Plaines, IL
39 years old
2 years experience
Full-time
$15-$25/hour
My daughter has ADD. I am just a very compassionate person who has no problem caring for special needs people.
Experienced with ages: Youth , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cancer, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Food Allergies, Speech Delay
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Des Plaines, IL
46 years old
2 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
What I like most is to "provide" food, fun and love at all times; providing attention and love to an autistic child made him started eating with his family on a regular table. By just clipping seniors nails and putting on some nail polished and watching their faces... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Cancer, Food Allergies, Mental Illness
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Des Plaines, IL
28 years old
2 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have provided personal care for two men in wheelchairs (bathing, grooming, toilet assistance, dressing, preparing meals, feeding, lifting, overnight care, dispensing medications, operating feeding tube, operating respiratory equipment). I have driven (van with... More>
Experienced with ages: Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Mobility Challenges, Muscular Dystrophy
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Des Plaines, IL
21 years old
0 years experience
Part-time
$15-$20/hour
Hello, I'm currently a college student. I love working with people in general but have a passion for those with special needs. I'm currently minoring in special Education. I get a lot of satisfaction with helping others.
Experienced with ages: Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD
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Des Plaines, IL
58 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$15-$20/hour
I have been in special ed over 30 years severe and profound: Down syndrome, autism, prader wille, dementia, organic brain syndrome adults and children. I am a faithful worker and honest. Special needs is my love and I love to help people. I also love animals, dogs... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis,...
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Des Plaines, IL
30 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$15-$15/hour
Hi! I am looking for part-time special needs job. I am available to work on Fridays and every other weekend. To be honest, I don't really have an experience with special needs children or adults, but I would like to get some. I have worked as a baby-sitter... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Deafness, Developmental Delays, Food Allergies, Speech Delay
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Des Plaines, IL
28 years old
0 years experience
Full-time
$15-$20/hour
I currently do not have experience caring for someone with special needs, but am currently CNA certifed and believe I have what it takes to care for someone with special needs.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Diabetes, Mobility Challenges
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