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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Johnston, RI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of June 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Johnston, RI
Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway.
Review for Alana B. by Care member
Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring,…
Review for Julia T. by Care member
She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.
Review for Leslie H. by Linda W.
Special needs caregivers in Johnston, RI
Alana B.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 17 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc.
Let me know what I can do for you, or your...
Alana can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I had the pleasure of being visited by Alana, and I cannot say enough positive things about my experience. From the moment they arrived, Alana was warm, professional, and incredibly attentive to my needs. They took the time to listen to my concerns, explained...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Priscilla. I have a degree in Special Education. I have experience in behavior support and also cognitive disabilities. I am able to provide excellent care and have many references for this type of service.
I have experience with special needs children and also adults. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
Julia T.
Pawtucket, RI
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist
5.0
(2)
My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...
Julia can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, visiting nurse, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring, and highly skilled at all aspects of my mother’s care including all CNA services and homemaking. In addition to her excellent...
Care member
Leslie H.
Warwick, RI
$20-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."
Linda W.
Vondell B.
Cranston, RI
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Available For Housekeeping, Meals, Errands, Companionship, Appointments Etc.
5.0
(1)
I have experience 8 years. I've worked with children with special need. I help out with anything that needs to be done. I'm a great cook and clean. The people I worked with I bathe, prepare meals, laundry, house work etc. I am currently the HR Director of a Homecare angency in Warwick, RI.
Vondell can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly recommend. "
Candice M.
4.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...
Astrid can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I found Astrid to be very personable, easy to work with and trustworthy. Comfortable with and around children, evidently has prior experience and knowledge. Would be a wonderful addition to any family. Very dependable and honest, kind and responsible. Aware of...
Zoe H.
5.0
(4)
Hi, my name is Bri!
I currently work as a teachers assistant and have been working with students with special needs for about 3 years. I am looking for new opportunities to work more intimately with families outside the classroom! I have CPR and First Aid training as well as reliable transportation. I am trained in various...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I worked alongside Bri in a school setting. She’s patient, kind, and loves children. Her flexibility and grace with each child and/or situation is both admirable and inspiring. "
Care member
Neliy S.
Manville, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.
5.0
"Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!"
Thomas K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kiah and I am a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing. I currently work at a children's hospital, but I have used Care. com throughout high school and college and have cared for 10+ families, as young as 4 months to 16 years old, throughout this time. I would still love to use this to...
Kiah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kiah has been an excellent nanny for my 5 month old. She is very punctual and dependable and has also been able to be flexible with hours. She is very conscientious and attends to detail, as I leave a lot of instructions! My baby loves to play with Kiah, and she is...
Becca L.
Angelica A.
Providence, RI
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Hospice Services. I can also do care for special needs and disabilities.
Angelica can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
I have experience with owning my own at home daycare for over 10 years to have now transitioned to full time work in education with special needs children. I have experience from newborn through school age preparing meals, light cleaning, diaper changes, bathing, reading, playtime, and overall TLC. I'm easygoing, a people...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Kassandra O.
Smithfield, RI
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have worked babysitting and professionally with kids. I love to read and do anything creative. I have an associates degree, where I took many pediatric courses. I have a lot of experience with individuals who are medically fragile, have special needs and behavioral difficulties. I have a background in education and I love to...
Kassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hannah A.
Providence, RI
$18-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
During my first year from high school I worked for people with special needs and I currently care for my grandfather who has Alzheimer's . I love being compassionate and supportive person for whoever.
Hannah can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Melissa P.
Hope, RI
$17-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I am a mom to 3 adult sons. As a nurse I have worked with a wide range of children with special needs. I am also a proud much older sister to five younger siblings and absolutely considered the favorite auntie to over 10 little ones!
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Karina T.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a nurturing caregiver with two years of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and positively impacting their lives. My background includes some college coursework in early child development, as well as First Aid and CPR training. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs.
My approach...
Karina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Lynn S.
West Warwick, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Currently a CNA having worked with the elderly population with dementia/Alzheimer's. Previous shift supervisor at a memory care facility. Watching my 2 yr grandson and his special needs younger brother 2 days a week . I'm also a certified medication tech for the last 20 yrs .
Lynn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Allison B.
Cranston, RI
$15-20/hr
I Do not have a degree in special education but do have experience with it. I have an aunt with Down syndrome and love hanging out with her when I get to. I also worked as a teacher assistant one-on-one with an autistic 8th grader and worked 3 years as a behavior specialist in Pawtucket.
Laurie L.
Manville, RI
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been in the human service field for almost 25 years and have experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. I've worked in a direct care role but have been managing group homes for the last 16 years although I often step in and assist with direct care, cooking, outings and any other areas where...
Hi! My name is Fernanda and I have been working with kids more than 5 years. I am really patient and I learn really fast.
The past few months I have been babysitting, cleaning houses, dog sitting, etc.
My dad back my home country has diabetes and for a lot of years I took care of him and his blood tests, refills, help him walk...
Elizabeth R.
Providence, RI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi There, My name is Lizz and I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I started off my education career as a camp counselor for the YMCA, from there I worked at numerous daycares and preschools. I recieved my bachelor's degree from Worcester State University in 2016 for Early Childhood Education with a minor in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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