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Adrienne O.

Ottawa, IL

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$15/hr
I have been doing home health care for about 3 years. I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia clients, one on one care, full assistance (quadriplegic), and since I have moved to Illinois, I am currently working in a group home with 13 individuals, all with different developmental disabilities.
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CNA

Ottawa, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I work in healthcare for 6 years working with individuals with special needs as a CNA. I was a personal care supervisor in healthcare.
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Ottawa, IL

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$14/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I babysit my younger siblings, did vocational child care in highschool, did respite care for a family of 9 children with one child being handicapped with special needs. Recently was a nanny for 6 kids with one child having cerebral palsy.
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Marseilles, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, cheerful, energetic and friendly I started working with kids when I was 12 years old when and I started watching my little brother on the weekends by the time I was 13 my little sister was born and I started watching her on weekends as well In my spare time, I like to hang out with my...
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Cedar Point, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Am am currently working at Crothersville Elementary with special needs children. I am very patient, and do not get frustrated easily. I am happy to learn your child's likes and dislikes, and I am more than willing to try to help them in whatever area they need!
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Somonauk, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Candyce, an early childhood special education teacher who is off for the summer and looking to provide childcare for families in Lake Holiday and the surrounding areas. I've spent the last several years working with children of all ages and abilities. I currently teach elementary-aged students with special needs and am...
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