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Smithtown, NY

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hello! Most recently I had been working as a teachers aid in a pre-school for special needs children, but in the past I have also babysat, worked as a nanny, and as a behavioral technician. I am very flexible in regards to schedule time, as well as helping with anything parents need done. I genuinely adore working with children....
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Patchogue, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am 34 years of age. I am a fully Licensed Social Worker and School Social Work certified. I am CPR and First Aid Certified and also a Swim instructor Certified. I have experience with multiples, and infants as well as children with special needs. I have three children of my own!
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Brentwood, NY

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I enjoy working with people and most enjoy jobs where I have one-on-one interaction with others. I enjoyed taking care of elder family members and individual with special needs and would like to help others in this way. I like doing work that has the potential to make a difference in someone's life.
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East Setauket, NY

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
As a seasoned special needs mom and special needs teacher with over 25 years of experience, my journey has been a testament to unwavering dedication, compassion, and resilience. Balancing the roles of caregiver and educator, I have navigated the complexities of supporting individuals with diverse social-emotional, autism,...
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Part Time Caregiver

East Islip, NY

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$17/hr
Our family is most important to us and sometimes we can t always be there for them and it's both stressful and heartbreaking. I completely understand. The last couple years I have been able to juggle my schedule to take care of loved ones who became ill or required surgery: with medication management, travel to and from Dr...
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Centereach, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Experienced and dependable childcare provider with 5+ years of experience through teaching, Au Pair work, and support roles with children and adults with special needs. Former certified History teacher in Brazil and currently a Psychology college student with morning classes. Bilingual in English and Portuguese. Comfortable...
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Selden, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I currently work for UCP (United Cerebral Palsy) in Hauppaug. June 30 2014- present. I have work on day treatment side assisting with feeding and toileting for the first 4 years the last year I moved to day rehabilitation side also assisting with feeding and toileting. In 2019 I transferred and I am currently working as the...
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You Do You! I Can Help!

Selden, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have over 25 years of experience working with persons with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I've facilitated self-advocacy groups and have helped people find their voice. I love the outdoors, and being involved in cultural events within the community. I am skilled in utilizing social media. I love to have fun! I...
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$18/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Transferring/Body Lifting.
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Arianna R.'s Photo

Coram, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Arianna. I have been am a special education teaching assistant for preschool and school aged children for the past 4 years, and have many years of experience as a Direct Support Professional as well. I have worked with varying age groups from babies to adults, as well as various disabilities and needs. I can...
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Amilda R.'s Photo

Islip Terrace, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with patient with different disabilities diagnosis and I working 8n hospital I have one family have disability diagnostics
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Direct Support Professional For Maryhaven

Blue Point, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have been a DSP (Direct Support Professional) going on 6 months now with Maryhaven center of hope taking care of the mentally disabled of all ages from 20-60+ Working with individuals with cerebral palsy, autism, and etc along with individuals with seizure disorders, choking hazards, blind and unable to walk on their own.
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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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Selden, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Amanda! I have experience working with special needs. I have worked in an elementary school for special education kids. I have been a one-to-one for special education and I also used to work on a mini bus for special education!
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Kymberly M.'s Photo

Holbrook, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Compassionate Nurse with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to patients of all ages. Skilled in patient support, medication administration, and creating a safe, comfortable environment while maintaining professionalism and empathy.
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have been working with kids, ranging from newborn to 13 years old, for the past 8 years. From babysitting, to being a daycare teacher throughout college, to now working as a behavioral therapist for children with autism. I am a University at Buffalo graduate with a bachelors in both Psychology and Sociology. I currently work...
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Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Patchogue, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a Mom of three grown children and have taken care of other people's children while I was home raising mine. I stayed home for many years and took my neighbor's children in while they went to work. I fed them and took them off and on the bus. I volunteered at the New Interdisciplinary School while my children went there; it...
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Experienced Babysitter

Commack, NY

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$27/hr
7 years experience
Hello local families! My name is Shannon and I am currently working towards my Birth & Postpartum Doula Certifications through DONA International- which is the oldest and largest nonprofit organization for training, certifying, and supporting doulas! For this certification I need to work with 3 families during birth, and 3...
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Kiara R.'s Photo

Coram, NY

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am Kiara I am 21-year-old and I have my bachelor degree in Social Work from Stonybrook University. I am dedicated and compassionate caregiver. I have hands-on experience working with both children and adults with IDD/Developmental disabilities, including autism, down syndrome. My journey in this work began in...
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Gabrielle M.'s Photo

Coram, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have over 15 years of experience in childcare and education, working with a wide range of age groups including elementary (4th grade), UPK, preschool, and most recently as a Lead Infant Teacher. I also have experience with special needs. I am passionate about meeting the individual needs of every child and strongly believe...
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