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Kellie O.

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am an Exceptional Education teacher with 22 years of experience with students with varying exceptionalities including Autism spectrum, Down Syndrome, Specific Learning Disabilities, Intellectual/Cognitive Disabilities, seizure disorders, and other various genetic disorders. I have worked with individuals with disabilities . I...

Marilynn M. says "We had Kellie hang out with our adult son with autism and he immediately loved her and so did we! I cannot wait to hire Kellie again. I get the...

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Friendly, Calm And Attentive Assistant

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi, thank you for your interest! I am very kind, caring and nurturing. I treat each of my clients as if they're my own family. I've worked with special needs children and seniors with a variety of ailments for several years. I am especially skilled in dementia care, mobility assistance and wound and medication management. I also...

Julia S. says "Ainslei supported me for four days during my first week of recovery after getting ACL reconstruction surgery on my knee. She was amazingly helpful, kind...

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Nursing Student Willing to Help with Special Needs

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I am a nursing student that has experience working with children in and outside the hospital. I have taken care of special needs children from newborn and up. The latest person I worked for had a developmentally delayed 7 year old and 6 month old. I am also well experienced being a nanny/babysitter for several ages. I have great...
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Special Needs Care Provider

Columbia, SC

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I have over 10 years of experience caring for the elderly as well as children. I've worked for United Cerebral Palsy and SC Mentor beginning at age 21. I have also worked for Three Rivers Behavioral Health beginning at age 18. Left in good standing with management. References are available upon request. Let me know how I can...
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Part Time Special Need Care-Giver/Kid Uber Driver

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi MY Name Is Lotoya I've Been Working With Children. Through Out My Whole 15 Year's Of My Working Career. This Is Something I Have Alway's Been Passionate About. From Minor To Severe Disabilitie's. I Work With Richland One School District As A Teacher Assistant. With Special Need Kid's For The Last 9 Years I Treat These Kid's...
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Columbia, SC

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$14/hr
8 years experience
I have experience working with a wide range of developmental diagnoses and intellectual disabilities. Patience and positivity are the core elements of my philosophy. I believe everyone deserves a kind and caring companion willing to listen to their needs, thoughts, feelings, and emotions without judgment.
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Summer Time Care Giver

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
My experience caring for those with special needs was as a therapeutic staff support worker for 2 years. A therapeutic support staff workers are responsible for providing one-on-one mental health services to children and young adults with special needs. TSS workers provide services in schools, in the child's home or in the...
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Experienced Babysitter/ Personal Care Aide

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
My current job, which I have had for nearly two years, has been taking care of young children with Autism, but I've also had some experience with children with Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and PDD-NOS/Isodicentric chromosome 15. I love uncovering the child who has been hidden behind their disabilities, loving them, and helping...
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Full Time Provider

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Every child deserves to experience the joy and playfulness of childhood. I am prepared to aid and assist in any way I can to help provide that for any child I work with.
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Hey!!

Columbia, SC

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$13/hr
I am willing to work with any child who has a disability. I am very patient and would love to help special needs. My hours are flexible and so is the cost. Please do not hesitate to contact me!! Thanks
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Care Taker

Columbia, SC

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Hey my name is Quincy! I will love to be able to come a help with your family. I have been working in this field for over 5 years and have taken all the training that I needed .
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Perfect Care

Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a highly qualified, certified nurse assistant. I have more than 15 years experience in healthcare and caring for patients in every age group. I also have several years of experience and behavioral healthcare in both children and adults. I'm highly motivated and dependable and I love people. I'd describe my personality as...
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Senior Helper!

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
Hello there! Are you looking for a senior assistant? I have the experience you are looking for. I have taken take of several seniors whether it be at the residency or just to take them out to get whatever they need. I can assist most needs. I have experience with autism, comfort care for cancer, meal prep, cooking, cleaning, bed...
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Helper

Columbia, SC

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$14/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with special needs before. I have a degree in psychology and have been a social worker. I am excellent at working with people with communication issues and spectrum disorders. I can learn quickly how to adapt to specific needs. I am also familiar with helping people with mobility issues and comfortable helping...
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Registered Behavioral Technician With Mental Health Experience

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Supporting individuals with disabilities is more than work to me -- it's a calling. As a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), I bring professional training and genuine heart to every person I care for. I believe everyone deserves attentive, dignified care that feels personal, not clinical -- like receiving support from someone...
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Part Time Caregiver

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I'm a recent college graduate with two years of experience in caregiving. My previous experiences gave me exposure to working in a variety of settings with individuals with varying needs. I've worked with individuals that were very limited in movement (Muscular Dystrophy) and those who had significantly more independence...
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Columbia, SC

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I went to school for early childhood but then later discovered that my passion was for hair and cooking
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Happy To Help

Columbia, SC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Susannah. I have over 16 years experience in the medical field. I have stepped out of that role and into being a Stay at home mom. I have two girls and I'm now looking for part time work to support the berry consumption. I would love to assist in caring for you or your loved one.
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Columbia, SC

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello friends! My name is Tori and I am an experienced caregiver for children and adults with special needs. I have worked with adults that have dementia. My duties included stimulating activities, feeding, and managing behaviors. I have also worked as a nanny to a boy with severe ADHD, autism spectrum, and destructive...
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Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
Compassionate and dependable caregiver with over 15 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those in need of daily assistance. Known for being trustworthy, committed, and dedicated to ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of every client. Skilled in personal care,...
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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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