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Jennifer B. - Philadelphia Special Needs Caregiver

Profile of Jennifer B.

Part-Time, 6 Years of Experience

I have been a Direct Support Professional for the past six years. I am a multitask person who produces exceptional results, organized, and highly motivated. Some of the tasks I perform in my position include: creating well-balanced meals, daily household chores, assisting/performing daily personal hygiene, schedule community outings to encourage socialization, administer medications, act as a liasion, and transport the individuals to outings or appointments.
Related Hobbies and Interests
I enjoy playing board games, going to church on Sundays, going for walks in the park and mall. I also enjoy cooking and baking. I am always open to learn and participate in new activities.
Profile Details:
  • Female
  • 32 years old
  • 6 years of experience
Additional Details:
  • Has own transportation and willing to travel up to 12 miles
  • Non-smoker
  • Willing to care for sick children
  • Average hourly rate is $10 to $20
  • 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)
Average User Rating : (based on 0 reviews)
Diagnoses Experience:
Social, Emotional, Behavioral ADD,  ADHD,  Aspergers,  Autism,  Tourette Syndrome
Physical Blindness/Visual Impairment,  Cerebral Palsy,  Deafness,  Mobility Challenges,  Multiple Sclerosis,  Muscular Dystrophy
Developmental Developmental Delays,  Down Syndrome,  Mental Illness,  Mental Retardation,  Pervasive Developmental Disorder,  Speech Delay
Medical Asthma,  Cystic Fibrosis,  Diabetes,  Epilepsy,  Food Allergies,  Heart Defects,  Obesity,  Seizure Disorder


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 always look forward to learning something new as I know it will benefit my career in the future. Individuals deal with their diagnoses in different ways, which allows me to look at things with a new approach.


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

Availability (07/21/09 to 01/31/10) 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: Penn State University
  • Major: Journalism/Communications
Languages Spoken:
  • English