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Aline

Groton, CT

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$22/hr
6 years experience
I have experience taking care for disabilities people. I'm respectful and honest, very patient and love my job I help with ADl. shower tranfering and feeding Also like to learn other skills if the Family offer their way they like to take care
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Caregiver For All!

Groton, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. Originally from Indiana, I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to...
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New London, CT

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$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
I would describe myself as a responsible, caring and fun person. I love kids and I enjoy babysitting! I have 4 years of experience working with kids. I have worked as an intervention specialist and tutor for special needs children. My most recent job was as a special education teacher. I'm also bilingual and always do my best in...
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Care Provider

Jewett City, CT

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$26/hr
2 years experience
I have been working with special needs for a few years now and I love it. They can make any bad day so much better. I feel I give my clients my full, undivided attention, then we have a special bond. I'm caring, loving, and do anything it takes to make my clients have a better and fun-filled day.
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Compassionate Direct Support Professional

Jewett City, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Former LPN with over 20 years experience working directly with geriatric, individuals with intellectual disabilities, respiratory & pediatric populations. I've spent the last two years working as a nanny. I am also a Certified Labor Doula. I am CPR/First Aid, PMT certified, Medication Administration Certified through the State...
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Narragansett, RI

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Alex. I am a Junior at the University of Rhode Island, double majoring in Psychology and Human Development and Family Science, with plans to become a therapist to help children manage mental health challenges. I have five plus years of experience babysitting a special needs child with cochlear implants. Last...
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New London, CT

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$25/hr
I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.
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New London, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hi! I am a 25-year-old experienced childcare worker. I am a patient, compassionate, kind, and reliable person who loves working with children. I love the outdoors and being active, and I have a passion for helping others. My past experience includes working with children with special needs (ages 3-21), including children with...
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New London, CT

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$18/hr
4 years experience
My name is Bheki and I am a 35-year-old father of 3 beautiful kids. I work as a direct associate for the kids and seniors with disabilities. I have worked for the same companies for almost four years now. I have a lot of respect for the my brothers and sisters with disabilities. I know for a fact that they can do more then we...
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Wellness Caregiver

Waterford, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working with a senior who had Cerebal Palsy and used a wheelchair. I am reliable, compassionate and dedicated.
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Winter Break Babysitting

Wakefield, RI

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm Maddy and I've worked with children for 6+ years through babysitting, offering transportation, school-based fieldwork, animal-assisted therapy, and as a Behavioral Technician for kids with special needs. I recently earned my master's in Occupational Therapy and am CPR/First Aid certified, with advanced training in...
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Certified Special Education Teacher Available For Part-time Care

Gales Ferry, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I have worked with diversely able children who require a variety of special assistance, ranging from behavioral support to physical aid over the past five years as an educator. I pride myself on my ability to meet...
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Narragansett, RI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I have worked in the Intensive Needs Program at my local Elementary School. The program was created to help young children with significant needs integrate into the standard school experience. My job was to help implement strategies to cope with behavioral difficulties, speech delays, developmental delays, and other factors...
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Special Needs Care

Waterford, CT

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$20/hr
I have experience with special needs care from being a special needs paraprofessional in public school. I can provide compassion and companionship, along with general care.
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Caregiver

Narragansett, RI

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I'm reliable, hard working, loving and trustworthy. Looking forward to helping a family out. Feel free to message me!
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Cabin Councilor

Groton, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have 2-3 years of professional experience with people who have disabilities through a special needs camp called horizons, along with life experiences with family members who have down's syndrome and autism. I care deeply about people and would love help as much as I can :)
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Narragansett, RI

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$25/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am a middle aged professional that currently assists as support staff for a young gentleman with special needs. I also am a caregiver to an elderly woman. (She is now in facility so I visit few times a week.) I have two grown children and worked as a nanny to triplets many years ago.
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A Compassionate Dependable Empathic Caregiver

Groton, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello I'M Michelle who's been In the field for 26 years I have experience with Down syndrome cp autism disabilities ADHD. I strive everyday to go above and beyond to enhance their quality of life. I will take care of your loved one like family. I understand behaviors and how to correct them. I also acknowledge awarding behaviors...
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New London, CT

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$45/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in Group home and recently graduated Nursing school. Im familiar with meal preparations, transportations (ADLs) for clients. I'm willing to drive the client to and from appointments, organize and male appointment as well. Im well orientated on redirecting young adults and children. Every child is unique and have...
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Wakefield, RI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
My son needed special care as a younger child but has made such wonderful progress through Early Intervention services that he no longer needs special education. I am grateful for special needs providers and would like to assist other families with the care of their special needs loved ones.
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