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I started my caretaking career as s babysitter at 14. And now at 42 years old. I have 23 years of experience as a mental health direct support professional for individuals with special needs and the juvenile population. I am able to provide care and support for the elderly as well.
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
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Jennifer C.


South Orange, NJ

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

ParaProfessional

My first assignment working with people with special needs was as a Direct Support Professional for a Residential Treatment Facility in Virginia. Since then, I have held other titles in the same field of study, such as Assistant Mental Health Professional (AMHP). I was promoted to the position of The Qualified Mental Health...
A letter of recommendation and/or my resume will be shared upon request. I am a student earning a degree in Secondary and Special Education. I have 4 years of professional experience babysitting ages 1. 5-14. I have taught preschool for a year, in which I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns-5-year-olds. I...
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Ana W.


South Orange, NJ

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience in child care. I am also a certified nursing assistant. I also have 1 year in working with young adults with special needs. I'd describe my personality as light hearted, easy going, and supportive
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Joy O.


South Orange, NJ

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Dear I am writing to apply for the Caregiver position you advertised . I have a varied background in providing individual care to people of all ages and conditions with more than 5 years of experience in the field. CPR current position of individual caregiver to a quadriplegic patient I assist my client with daily living...
Joy can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jasmine W.


South Orange, NJ

$14-25/hr3 yrs exp

Counselor

I have worked with Disabled Adults between the ages of 35-65 for three years. I've worked in a residential environment with 6 ladies. The care consisted of dietary services, medication, assisted living, & transportation to & from day services.
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation, dementia
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Kathleen K.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
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Jubilee R.


Bloomfield, NJ

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Hi everyone! My name is Jubilee a rising senior at Rutgers University Newark. I have three years of experience taking care of my cousin. He is a high functioning high school boy on the Autism spectrum. In regards to asthma, allergies and other delays I deal with them on a daily basis. I am an energetic, kind, adaptable, always...
5.0
"Jubilee is a pleasure to work with. She's caring, personable, respectful and good with our 22 year old special needs son. He really enjoys spending time with her. She is also reliable and helpful. We appreciate having her help us with our son and also with some...

Debra M.

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Dahlia E.


Union, NJ

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Loving Caring And Dependable.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I been working with seniors for over 8 years now specializing Alzheimer or Dementia and etc. I am licensed CNA and CHHA. I take care of seniors in assisted living. I am currently holding a DDD license as Individual Contractor working with DDD in the State of New Jersey.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I care for my daughter with autism for 7 years. I have experience with children and adults with neurological disorders and special needs. I am very intuitive and passionate person,
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Meriah J.


Rutherford, NJ

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Hands On Help

Hey guys, my name is meriah. I am a Very Fun, outgoing, energetic person. I spend lots of time around all ages, I am also very big on outdoor nature/adventure. Experience with light house cleaning, Clean driving Record, Available for background check, I am a Volunteer firefighter I am CPR and first aid certified, Lots of...
5.0
"Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities and conversation. I would recommend Meriah anytime"

Conny H.

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Natakii D.


Bloomfield, NJ

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Proficient Aide, Personal Care Giver And Companion

I have more than 10 years of experience being a personal care giver and aide to patients who are disabled, have Alzheimer's/dementia or need assistance because they are unable to perform basic everyday tasks. I am proficient in providing the assistance that patients need including light cleaning, meal preparation, running...
Natakii can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
5.0
"Natalie is a great aide. She was very helpful in taking care of my 88 year old father who was bedridden. She took care of his meds, baths and meals she was a wonderful help to him. She is a very responsible and reliable person. My family appreciated her very much...

Lexi M.

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Shahadah F.


Irvington, NJ

$16-25/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, a little bit about myself? I am a hard-working, highly motivated, dedicated and heart-felt individual. I am certified as home health aide and I am also a Direct Support Professional. Which expands my experience to work with developmentally disabled adults as well. I have several years of experience in the health care...
Shahadah can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I hired Shahadah in 2017 to help out with my grandmother during her hospice faze. I was a little skeptical at first because we had never worked with someone independently. She was referred to us by a friend of the family, however she turned out to be the best thing...

Vanessa W.

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Lauren B.


Bloomfield, NJ

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As an undergrad, I have gained experience through internships and volunteer work with children with special needs. I interned at a center that provided ABA intervention therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also volunteered in a social skills group, working with children with ASD and ADHD diagnosis, to help them...
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Pratibha D.


Belleville, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA, Mental Health Technician, RN

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently working as caretaker I take care of the patients, mostly geriatrics that are unstable to walk and need assistance, patients with dementia, and who have mental illness. I also assist and help patients with special disabilities such as patients with Multiple Sclerosis (patients who are having difficulty walking...
Pratibha can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, home modification
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Mrs. Pratibha has been so amazing with my Mom who is 92 with many health issues. Her medical background and careful, loving nature has made me able to feel completely calm when leaving her with her. She is a gift!"

Kimi R.

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Adriana M.


North Arlington, NJ

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...
Adriana can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is...

Nancy B.

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Charmain G.


Newark, NJ

$19-24/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I am very experience and hardworking professional. I am trained working with children and adults for over 4 years.
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Andrea F.


Lyndhurst, NJ

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with a cerebral palsy patient and hospice patients. I love what I do.
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Kens S.


Rahway, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Supportive Role Model

I'm a social work with 10+ experience in the field. I'm friendly kind respectful and most of all patient. I work with empathy and is goal oriented. Contact me if you need more information
5.0
"Kens is by far the best care taker we have ever worked with. He is patient, kind, and very knowledgeable with his work. He makes sure to put his clients first, and treats them as if they were his own family members. He makes it his responsibility to get to know his...

Ashley G.

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Anny G.


Bayonne, NJ

$35-55/hr10 yrs exp

Being part of a child's education helps me unlearn in order to continue learning. Redering more than 10 years of experience, Tutoring / coaching skills and credentials and experience in Early Childhood Education, Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Chemical Dependency Counselor and RE & CBT Strategies needed to...
5.0
"Child Care regulations and child safety standards fall short in comparison to Anny's care and professionalism. "

Ray G.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in South Orange, NJ

Jubilee R.

5.0

Jubilee is a pleasure to work with. She's caring, personable, respectful and good with our 22 year old special needs son. He really enjoys spending time with her. She is also reliable and helpful. We appreciate having her help us with our son and also with some household items. We are...

- Debra M.

Meriah J.

5.0

Meriah was excellent with my mother, her patience was limitless, and very dedicated to daily chores In addition to keeping her engaged in small activities and conversation. I would recommend Meriah anytime

- Conny H.

Natakii D.

5.0

Natalie is a great aide. She was very helpful in taking care of my 88 year old father who was bedridden. She took care of his meds, baths and meals she was a wonderful help to him. She is a very responsible and reliable person. My family appreciated her very much and I would recommend her at all...

- Lexi M.

Shahadah F.

5.0

Shahdah is a very loving, caring,polite and dependable person. She is ready to help in anyway she can. Would rehire her again and highly recommend her as a caregiver.

- Ashley B.

Pratibha D.

5.0

She is very reliable and professional. Works well with individuals with memory impairments, treating them with kindness and compassion.

- Care member

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