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Leslie R. - Los Angeles Special Needs Caregiver

Profile of Leslie R.

Part-Time, 8 Years of Experience

My son is disabled, he has Down syndrome and since he came in my life, I am eager to learn everything possible to help him develop as strong and independent as possible. And he is the reason why I am passionate about working with special children.
Related Hobbies and Interests
One of my favorite hobbies is taking long walks, gives a chance to look at all the beautiful things out there.
Profile Details:
  • Female
  • 39 years old
  • 8 years of experience
Additional Details:
  • Has own transportation and willing to travel up to 15 miles
  • Non-smoker
  • Willing to care for sick children
  • Average hourly rate is $10 to $15
  • Not available on short notice (Care-on-Call)
  • Not interested in working as a live-in care provider

Experienced With Age Groups:
Infant (up to 12 months) Adult (18-64 years)
Youth (1-11 years) Senior (65+)
Teen (12-17 years)
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Diagnoses Experience:
Developmental Developmental Delays,  Down Syndrome,  Mental Illness,  Mental Retardation,  Speech Delay
Medical Asthma,  Food Allergies


Specific Care Service Experience:
Ambulation Blood Sugar Testing Insulin Injections
Assistive Technology/AAC Body Lifting Repositioning
Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene Brushing Protocol Respiratory Care
Bed Baths EPI Pen Injections Seizure Attendance
Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis Feeding Sign Language
Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support G Tubes Stimming Attendance
Other:
Willing to Learn New Care and Diagnoses' Skills:

I will love to learn and I am a fast learner.


Additional Services Provided:
Medical Transportation Errands/Shopping Laundry
Housecleaning Long Distance Transportation Meal Preparation

Availability (10/28/09 to 12/31/09) Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat
Early Morning (6am-9am)
Late Morning (9am-12pm)
Early Afternoon (12pm -3pm)
Late Afternoon (3pm-6pm)
Early Evening (6pm-9pm)
Late Evening (9pm-12am)
Overnight (12am-6am)

Qualifications:
CPR Licensed Practicing Nurse Speech Therapist
Certified Nursing Assistant Physical Therapist Special Education Credentials
Occupational Therapist Early Childhood Educator Registered Nurse
First Aid Licensed Vocational Nurse

Education:
  • Level: Some college
  • School: East Los Angeles
  • Major: Child Development
Languages Spoken:
  • Spanish

Other Qualifications:
Child Abuse Reporting Awareness Certificate, Parent Leadership Certificate. I am currently working for L.A.U.S.D. and In-Home Supportive Services.