Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Portland, OR

I have been blessed to have been able to be a part of the healthcare community since I was 9 (now 25). Caring for my loved ones who are/were the closest to my heart. After reaching adulthood, I have acquired a ton of formal knowledge and experience leading up to developing the skillset to work with any and every kind of person... show more

I love people and making them smile, I'm reliable just can't do any heavy lifting. I'm fast learner and very honest. I very positive to.

Hello, During the academic year I work as a paraeducator in a Portland public high school. I have experience working with children and youth of all age ranges, from infancy to late teens, and abilities in both an educational and care capacity. I have worked with children and youth with orthopedic, visual, intellectual, genetic,... show more

I've worked with non-verbal & verbal children along various spectrums categorized as delay, adjusted developmental course, and autism. I believe these children are just like any other kids, and their needs are modified versions of neurotypical needs. They should and deserve to be treated with love, compassion, respect, dignity,... show more

During my senior year of college, we were asked to pick a capstone class, a class that would integrate a field of studies related to prior coursework, and I chose to attend half a month at Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. MHKC allowed me to be a camp counselor, working one on one with a child for one week, and an adult with the other for... show more

I have a passion for teaching and helping kids explore the world around them. Children should have the opportunity to develop life skills through play from day one. I have worked with children for 10+ years, facilitating learning experiences. I have experience with kids from infancy to middle school, as well as children with... show more

I have worked in direct care for those with both developmental disabilities and with autism. I was trained as a CNA at BOCES Ulster county and did extensive training at my job with a care center for people with Autism.

I studied Graduate level Music Therapy in Ohio, and worked with children with various special needs during my pre-clinical session. I am very interested in caring for children with Autism/Aspergers, in particular. My father and nephew have both been diagnosed with AS. Using music as a way to ease transitions is a strength. If... show more

I have been caring for children for 8 years. I have had childcare experience in friends' homes, through the services of Portland Nanny, at Vivian Olum Child Development Center in Eugene, OR, and at a Shelter for abused women and children in Cape Town, South Africa. The majority of my experience is with infants and preschoolers,... show more

I have worked with students with ASD from ages 5-16 over the last decade. My experience ranges from 1-1 kindergarten classroom aide to high school tutoring/mentoring. I currently work with Sophomores in high school part-time (remotely now!) with a variety of special needs and mental health backgrounds, as a mentor/tutor/advocate... show more

I love children. I think any child can be fun to work with. I work as a behavior therapist with an organization for children with autism and related disorders. I always look forward to my job.

Hello, My name is Bella and I have been working with typical and atypical developing children ages newborn-18yrs since 2013. I am CPR and first-aid certified, not a smoker, a great cook, and have my own transportation. I was naturally drawn to your ad because I had so much fun working with a 3-year-old and newborn in Bellevue... show more

Thank you for taking the time to look over my profile and consider me as your personal provider. You can trust that I am very well-versed in all aspects of caregiving, since I have worked for several caregiving companies. I have experience working in both caregiving facilities and in client's homes for at-home caregiving. I try... show more

When I was 10 years old, my youngest sister was born with Down syndrome. After my initial concern and confusion about what this meant had passed, I realized that she was just a little girl who'd become increasingly more special to me as time passed. After having such a close bond with her, I began working in various special... show more

I have a variety of extensive experience with children of all ages including children with disabilities. I have experience as a nanny, a behavioral therapist, a play therapist, a yoga teacher, and a preschool teacher. I have a B. A. in Psychology and Social Behavior. I have taken many Early Childhood Education classes and I am... show more

I have worked extensively with those who have special needs - stroke victims, dementia, Alzheimer's, diabetes and disabilities. I can work lifts and manage medication and assist with all the duties of the household and activities of daily living.

I have 30 years working with children with autism and other developmental disabilities and conditions. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst as well as taught preschool for children with autism. I have a passion for working with children who have unique needs.

Hey there! I'm your go-to caregiver, specializing in bringing smiles to the faces of kiddos with Autism and ADHD. At this time, I'm looking specifically for a part time evening/date night position. With over two years of rocking it as a respite care worker and 18 years personal experience with my brother with Autism, I've got... show more

I am experienced caregiver who has worked closely with the special Olympics and has worked in autism units a various psychiatric hospitals

I love working with kids with special needs. I have experience with Spina Bifida, ASD, ADD, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X, mental health diagnosis, g-tubes, assisting with full ADLs, behavioral issues, and down syndrome.