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Stacey C.

Helping Hands

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$28/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
Unexpectedly, I had to take care of an extended family member. With minimal experience, I learned to bring her back to Health I had to advocate for a woman with special needs. Know when to call an ambulance. Know when to call a Doctor Know when an attorney was needed for being declined for a rehab! Wrapping it with her coming...
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West Babylon, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have 8 years of experience. I've cared for twins, multiple children, and special needs children. Former CNA, I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and meal prep. I am very fun, energetic and reliable.
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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
I have worked at a daycare center for about 1. 5. I worked at the JCC with children with special needs.
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Child care

Smithtown, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Kiera, and I've been caring for children for over 8 years, starting when I was just 12 years old. I've worked with kids of all ages-from 3 months to 12 years old-and have experience providing care for children with special needs as well. I have a true passion for working with children and love helping them...
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Smithtown, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Deanna! I am currently a senior at St. Joesphs University. I am studying early childhood and childhood education. I am also perusing a masters degree in special education. I have 6 years of experience babysitting and nannying a variety of children ranging in ages 0-13. I was also a camp counselor for 3 years. I...
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Brentwood, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
I love caring for children and have had the privilege to do so for over a decade. I have experience working as a Teacher Aide/ 1:1 Care Worker caring for special needs children, specifically children with autism. I'm also currently working on becoming a Registered Behavior Technician and have about 3 years experience with ABA...
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Hauppauge, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have about 6 years of paid child care experience for children ages 11 months to 16 years! I have a lot of experience and have a soft spot for with children with special needs. I am open and willing to help with any activity and would love to make you and your children happy! :)
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Full Time Care Giver

Nesconset, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have experience working with adults with disabilities and special needs.. I worked as a CNA at Jefferson Ferry for 2 years. I currently work as a caregiver to an elderly women and weekends at a clothings store. I'm 37 years old with interest in reading, baking, walking, card games and any and all crafts such as crocheting,...
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Commack, NY

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$18/hr
SUNY Buffalo Nursing student with a passion for helping others and taking the stress out of child and teen care for families of any size.
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Special Education Teacher To The Rescue!

Smithtown, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am available to provide families with parent training, to work directly with the student/client as a community habilitation specialist, or to simply provide families with respite care.
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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with kids with disability for the las year. I currently work for Boces during the day and evenings I work at a nursing home as a resident care assistant.
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Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages, along with classroom experience as an English teacher for 25+ students, including those with special needs. My background as an au pair helped me build strong communication, patience, and organizational skills. I enjoy keeping kids engaged with outdoor games, puzzles,...
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West Babylon, NY

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Introducing Miss Ciney Greetings. My love for caring for people has kept me in this field for over a decade now. I have worked at several facilities as well as home based programs as a volunteer, care aide, dsp, hha, teacher, childcare provider, and director's assistant over the years. My title is very versatile and I have...
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Part-Time Care Available

West Babylon, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am a very caring, loving, reliable, bubbly and easy going person who love and take my work very seriously. I have worked with the Elderly and children. I have worked with Dementia , Alzheimer's, nonverbal client , developmental delay, and other ailments. I can assist with bathing, dressing, medication, meals, activities and...
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as friendly, confident, patient I like working with kids because they are amazing I'm looking for a job that I can enjoy and feels confortable while doing it In my spare time, I like to read and watch tv One thing you should know about me is I'm very patient My skills include play, cook,...
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Part Time/ Full Time Available

Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello.. my name is Jalisa, I'm from Long Island NY. I'm 36 years old and I'm interested in finding a job assisting those with special needs. I also have a 15-year-old son of my own. I have 9 years of experience working with the community. I'm very passionate in what I do. I'm currently employed in an agency taking care of my...
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Smithtown, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Jaimie! I am 23 years old and am currently getting my Master's in Nutrition at Stony Brook University. I hope to be a Registered Dietician and work with populations with different intellectual and developmental disabilities. I currently work per diem at Family Residence and Essential Enterprises as I am currently...
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21 Years Old Holbrook Resident CPR & AED Certified

Holbrook, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
My name is Nicole, and I would be a great nanny or babysitter because of my strong background working with children. As an Assistant Swim Coach at Sachem Swim Club, I teach young athletes, including children with special needs, helping them build skills and confidence. I am CPR/First Aid Certified and USA SafeSport Certified,...
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Oakdale, NY

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$17/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as caring , dependable and patient. I started working with kids when I was 13. I babysat for my neighbor whose an RN for her 2 children under 2. The rest is history !! In my spare time, I like to swim, walk, read and travel. My skills include Experienced w Special Needs , medically fragile and...
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Child care.

West Babylon, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi!! My name is Lyanne and I am also currently a part time nanny for a 21-month-old boy however the position is just for the summer and I am looking for a position that is more permanent. I am the oldest sibling/cousin out of 13 so I definitely have a lot of experience when it comes to babysitting and helping take care of...
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