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Philadelphia, PA
21 years old
0 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
My cousin Clarissa has down syndrome and I have been looking after her since she's turned 3. She is now 6 and I love her with all my heart. although I have to admit I was scared at first but I grew to learn she is just a regular person who needs extra help. Theres... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: Down Syndrome, Dwarfism, Mental Retardation
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Last Login: Within 6 months
Philadelphia, PA
21 years old
1 year experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have taken care of an elderly friend of the family for a year. My job was basically preparing small meals, answering the phone, washing laundry, bathing, giving the patient medication and putting her to bed. I enjoyed working with the patient every day. When... More>
Experienced with ages: Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Deafness, Diabetes, Food Allergies, Obesity, Speech Delay, visually impaired
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Last Login: Within 5 months
Philadelphia, PA
32 years old
7 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I have been a direct support professional for seven plus ears. I provide a safe and nurturing environment for MR/MH adults in a community setting. I am a multi-tasker, organized, and highly motivated person. I have the experience in creating well balanced meals,... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Deafness, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia,...
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Last Login: Within 4 months
Philadelphia, PA
27 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I don't have too much experience with seniors, other than assisting my grandfather who was ill with cancer. I just realize there is a need for caring, compassionate people to assist the elderly, the sick, and handicapped. I feel these people are particularly special,... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Autism, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Epilepsy, Food Allergies, Mental Retardation, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Speech Delay
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Last Login: Within 3 months
Philadelphia, PA
51 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$25-$30/hour
As a mother and registered nurse, I am qualified to handle most medical needs of a child. I can learn the trach-assisted child care with appropriate training. I raised four children and loved spending time sharing the joys of reading, nature, music appreciation... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: Developmental Delays, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Fragile X, Heart Defects, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, general medical conditions
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Philadelphia, PA
20 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
Working with individuals with special needs has always been a part of my life. My oldest brother, Colin, is severely mentally and physically challenged. Colin has cerebral palsy that affects his legs. He has epilepsy, hydrocephaly, and other chromosomal deformities.... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Aspergers, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Hydrocephaly, Mental Retardation, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Speech Delay
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Philadelphia, PA
40 years old
2 years experience
Part-time
$15-$20/hour
I am experienced with special needs children. I have cared for a beautiful and bright girl (now 5 years old) from the time she was approximately 2 years old, until her family moved out of state when she was 4 years old. She has Down syndrome and cerebral palsy.... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Autism, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Speech Delay
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Last Login: Within 5 months
Philadelphia, PA
23 years old
2 years experience
Full-time
$10-$25/hour
I recently graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where I received my bachelors of science in nursing. While in my clinical rotation and during my summer job working at different hospitals I was exposed to an array of patient conditions. I have always... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Celiac, Cystic Fibrosis, Deafness, Developmental Delays, Diabetes,...
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Last Login: Within 4 months
Philadelphia, PA
19 years old
0 years experience
Full-time
$10-$20/hour
I am good with working with human beings who need more help than others because I feel that they are the greater few in life that can teach a person so much in life.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Celiac, Central Auditory...
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Last Login: Within 2 weeks
Philadelphia, PA
25 years old
4 years experience
Part-time
$20-$25/hour
I am an Autistic Support teacher who is patient and compassionate about the children I work with. I formally worked as an assistant advisor at a group home for residents with mental retardation. I have special education training in all types of disabilities and... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis,...
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Last Login: Within 6 months
Philadelphia, PA
27 years old
5 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have more than five years of experience taking care of people; taking care of their day to day activities, and promoting a compassionate physical, and psychosocial environment for them. I am passionate about this job, because I believe in the dignity of all mankind,... More>
Experienced with ages: Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, Asthma, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Deafness, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Mental Illness,...
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Last Login: Within 4 months
Philadelphia, PA
41 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have 17 years experience as a health care worker. I love caring for people.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Mental Retardation, Mobility Challenges, Multiple Sclerosis,...
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Last Login: Within 5 months
Philadelphia, PA
59 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I was a caregiver for my mother and grandmother and I am now a caregiver for my husband. I also have been employed for a hospice service for four years. My experience as a caregiver has been very rewarding. It has given me joy to be able to be there for others... More>
Experienced with ages: Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Mental Illness
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Last Login: Within 2 months
Philadelphia, PA
22 years old
1 year experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
As a caregiver, I have experience with children and adolescents with autism, mental retardation, and other cognitive/behavioral issues. I received the bulk of my experience from working at a special needs camp where I worked with children with a variety of disorders.... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Fragile...
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Last Login: Within 3 months
Philadelphia, PA
17 years old
0 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I have a younger sister who has ADD and ADHD. I also have a neighbor with a daughter that has autism.
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Speech Delay
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Last Login: Within 3 months
Philadelphia, PA
25 years old
3 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have worked at a summer camp with several campers with autism. I also have an extensive coursework background in children with developmental disorders or emotional disorders. I have worked as a therapist with children with ADHD, ODD and other psychological concerns.
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Mental Illness, Mental Retardation, Speech Delay
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Last Login: Within 3 months
Philadelphia, PA
43 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$20-$25/hour
I've had multiple trainings through my employment. I've worked as a respite caregiver for a multi-handicapped child, her disabilities are very wide spread-hypothermia, lypodema, seizure disorder, just to mention a few. I did administer meds as well. I've had the... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Celiac, Central Auditory Processing...
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Last Login: Yesterday
Philadelphia, PA
35 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I'm a very detailed-oriented caring person who for eight years assist the elderly in their daily living by preparing foods, giving medications, assist with dressing, doing light house keeping, running errands and attend soctor's appointments.
Experienced with ages: Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Blindness/Visual Impairment
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Philadelphia, PA
22 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$15-$20/hour
I have experience in long term care, short term, rehab care, home care, assisted living, and hospital settings. I have special needs experience.
Experienced with ages: Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Food Allergies, Heart...
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Philadelphia, PA
21 years old
0 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I am currently in school to be an elementary/special education teacher. I have knowledge in areas such as autism, mental retardation, myotonic dystrophy, etc. I currently student teach at Widener Memorial in Philadelphia, PA. and this school is a primary special education school.
Experienced with ages: Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis, Deafness, Diabetes, Down Syndrome,...
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Marta S. New!
Philadelphia, PA
31 years old
0 years experience
Part-time
$5-$10/hour
I have experience with my special needs son. He has mild mental retardation. He is 14 years old.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Mental Retardation, Speech Delay
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Last Login: Within 2 weeks
Philadelphia, PA
19 years old
3 years experience
Part-time
$10-$25/hour
I have an older brother that is deaf/hard of hearing. I grew up learning how to speak sign language.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, Asthma, Deafness, Diabetes, Speech Delay
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Last Login: Within 3 months
Philadelphia, PA
20 years old
2 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I provide one-on-one guidance to a mentally retarded women with difficulty in areas of general life skills, money and medication management. I enjoy doing this because this is what I like to do. It's something new and challenging for me.
Experienced with ages: Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Mental Retardation, Speech Delay
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Last Login: Within 2 months
Philadelphia, PA
37 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$15-$30/hour
I have worked as a Home Health Care worker for more than 10 years. Also, I am a Medical Assistant who can give medicines as well as do housekeeping.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Central Auditory Processing Disorder, Cerebral...
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Last Login: Within 5 months
Philadelphia, PA
22 years old
4 years experience
Full-time
$5-$15/hour
I love working with children. I volunteer at the children's dental clinic at a clinic in Gainesville, every week. I am part of a chemistry outreach program that involves teaching elementary classes chemistry lessons weekly. I have had a great deal of experience... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Autism, Seizure Disorder
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