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Melinda T. - Phoenix Special Needs Caregiver

Profile of Melinda T.

Part-Time, 10 + Years of Experience

I have been working with special needs children for over 14 years in public schools. I am experienced with Asperger's, autism, mild/moderate mental retardation, and ADHD. I am at ease with working with these wonderful people in a respectful and caring way. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
Profile Details:
  • Female
  • 49 years old
  • 10 + years of experience
Additional Details:
  • Has own transportation and willing to travel up to 25 miles
  • Non-smoker
  • Not Willing to care for sick children
  • Average hourly rate is $15 to $15
  • 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:
Social, Emotional, Behavioral ADD,  ADHD,  Aspergers,  Autism,  Autism Spectrum Disorder
Developmental Down Syndrome,  Mental Illness,  Mental Retardation
Medical Diabetes


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 am absolutely willing to learn and provide what ever care is necessary to care for your loved one.


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

Availability (08/08/09 to 05/31/10) 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: High school degree
  • Graduation Year: 1978
Languages Spoken:
  • English

Other Qualifications:
I have been working in a local elementary school with special needs children for over 14 years. I have patience and I truly care for others and their quality of life.