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Jessica M. - Tampa Special Needs Caregiver

Profile of Jessica M.

Full-Time, 7 Years of Experience

I have a young, male cousin that suffers from Fragile X Syndrome and am familiar with the hardships a severe disability can cause on an otherwise functioning family. I understand the need for as many supports as possible so that the child is able to advance toward full potential. I have acted as a direct-care provider for the Shiloh Group Home and Creative Care Providers. I worked with children and adults with special needs through the Medicaid Waiver Program. I also co-educated an ADAPT class with elementary-aged children in the autism spectrum. Later in my career, I worked for the Sheriff's Office in both a law enforcement and social work capacity, investigating child abuse and referring families with special needs to appropriate service providers.
Profile Details:
  • Female
  • 31 years old
  • 7 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
  • 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)
Average User Rating : (based on 0 reviews)
Diagnoses Experience:
Social, Emotional, Behavioral ADD,  ADHD,  Aspergers,  Autism,  Autism Spectrum Disorder
Physical Cerebral Palsy
Developmental Developmental Delays,  Down Syndrome,  Fragile X,  Mental Illness,  Mental Retardation
Medical 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 am willing to participate in any necessary training and education to meet the needs of an individual or entire family.


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

Availability 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: College degree
  • School: St. Leo University
  • Major: English
  • Graduation Year: 2004
Languages Spoken:
  • English