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Erika H.

Care Giver, Companion At Your Servi

Soquel, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have worked as an elderly care giver and a nanny for over 20+years. I have full experience with perfectly healthy to special needs (children and adults) even including hospice care. I'm a natural born giver who is extremely compassionate, attentive, and patient. I love to care for, assist, connect and teach others. Full...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
Hello, I believe intreating people the way I want to be treated. I have worked in environments of special need children and adults. I am caring and a gentle person with a positive attitude. I enjoy all walks of people and would love to help with someone who has special needs.
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Capitola, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello my name is Melanie , 25 yrs old. I am currently working with adults with special needs overnights. I have experience with both day and night shifts. Currently looking for Monday Tuesday Wednesday overnights. I would like to have a conversation on my experience and the help I can offer. I'm opened to negotiating my rate....
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I am currently enrolled through In-Home Support Services (IHSS) and have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal...
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Caregiver Experience

Watsonville, CA

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$29/hr
10 years experience
I have 11 years of caregiving experience I have work with many different types of clients I love helping my clients im caring and love being there for them
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Watsonville, CA

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$28/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with special needs children for about 4 years now. I was a program specialist at the Boys &' Girls club of America. I am currently a caregiver for seniors &' a student at Sacramento State. I am doing school online and have open availability. If interested in talking to me please reach out. I can provide my resume....
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Watsonville, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years of experience as a caregiver and DSP, supporting individuals with developmental delays, speech delays, and mental health needs. I provide personal care, feeding, behavioral support, and assistance with mobility while ensuring safety, patience, and compassion.
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Vibrant And Caring Part Time Nanny

Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Marcela, 28 years old - Fluent in Portuguese English and a medium Spanish I have two bachelor's degree and am working towards a degree in nursing. I am creative, vibrant, flexible, and understanding. I am excellent at listening to and observing kids, which helps me learn about them and their needs to be the best caretaker I can...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working with children of all ages for over 20 years in private and professional settings. I have experience with infants, including my own two beautiful children. For the past 14+ years I have worked in non-profit mental health treatment working with at-risk youth who have extreme behavior issues teaching social...
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Special Needs Caretaker

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I enjoy being with special needs individuals, especially along the Autism and Downs Syndrome spectrum. I also have experience with CP. I have worked in school settings with special needs classes with dance and music as well.
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Caring Adult Who Loves Learning And Giving In Special Circumstances

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I'm a patient caregiver who loves encouraging others in challenging circumstances. Understanding and patience is essential in helping people live their best lives, that being the ultimate goal.
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have a undergrad and graduate degree in psychology. I have worked as a therapist And with special needs children and adults I am capable and willing to do all of the things listed below. I love working with all ages and am a very compassionate, patient, loving individual. I have a lot to offer and if you are interested...
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Capitola, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Knowing I want to be a neonatal nurse, I find immense joy in caring for children. With five years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I offer a patient, friendly, and hardworking approach to childcare. I have experience with special needs children and am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I am comfortable caring...
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Watsonville, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion. With six years of experience, I offer families a reliable and supportive childcare option. My background includes some college and specialized experience with special needs children. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, and I love engaging children with outdoor sports, board games,...
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Responsible College Student

Freedom, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm a very patient and understanding person, especially with children. I try to get to the root of the problem if they're having a bad day or in a bad mood so I am very understanding. I have volunteered working with pre-k students and in senior centers in the past. I have also been employed by the YMCA since summer last year...
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Scotts Valley, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
respite care
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I've been a care provider almost my entire life. I've worked with babies. children with special needs and seniors. I'm a good natured fun loving person. I have several letters of recommendation. I'm CPR & first aide certified. Im also a certified medical assistant. I'm a hard worker I'm honest adaptable and loyal. I have an...
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Freedom, CA

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Experience in working with the disabled and elderly 7 years experience, I am a sweet compassionate caregiver that provides emotional and physical support with empathy, patience and understanding.
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Looking For Work As A Nanny(:

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 3 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
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Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Compassionate and patient Health Aide with one year experience in a school setting and 5+ years in home care providing personalized support to individuals with special needs or other disabilities. I am experienced in developmental delays, mobility challenges, speech delay, visual impairment, cerebral palsy, down syndrome,...
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Can't Wait To Meet Your Family!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Sydney! I am a rising senior in college I am aspiring to be an adolescence clinical psychologist in my future which means I love working with kids! On top of being a full time student studying psychology, I work as a behavioral therapist in my college town at a local elementary school district helping out students...

Care Member says "Sydney is an amazing babysitter! She’s watched my two boys on many occasions and they absolutely LOVE her!!! Would recommend 1000%"

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