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Melissa W.

PART-TIME

Melissa W.

(2)

Arcata, CA

$10-20

Hourly rate

6

Years exp.

Meet Melissa

32yrs

female

Speaks English

I have had 2 years of past professional experience working as a respite caregiver with several families with special needs loved ones. I have been First...

I have had 2 years of past professional experience working as a respite caregiver with several families with special needs loved ones. I have been First Aid and CPR certified by the American Red Cross. I have experience assisting with ABA therapy programs and understand the patience and compassion needed to care for your loved ones. Along with professional experience I have a younger brother with Autism Spectrum disorder which has helped me understand and relate to others who live with those with disabilities. I am patient, kind, and compassionate and feel I could be a good match to many families who need support.

Highlights

  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a reliable car
  • Infant (up to 12 months)
  • Youth (1 to 11 years)
  • Teen (12-17 years)
  • ADHD
  • Aspergers
  • Autism
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Developmental delays
  • Pervasive Developmental Disorder
  • Willing to care for sick kids
  • CPR training
  • First Aid training
  • Melissa can also help with:

    Applied behavior analysis
    Bathing/grooming/hygiene
    Bed baths
    Blood sugar testing
    Dressing assistance
    Epi pen injections
    Errands/shopping
    Feeding
    House cleaning
    Insulin injections
    Laundry
    Meal preparation

    Most recent review

    TH

    Tina H.

    Jan 4th, 2016

    Melissa has been caring for our boys for over a year. We have 2 high energy boys and she's absolutely wonderful with them. When she started working for us our younger son was 6 months. She gave him the love he needed and he instantly bonded with her. She is amazing with our older son who is 3 years old. She talks to him in such a kind but firm way and quickly diffuses tantrums. Her nursing background has been tremendously helpful when the kids are sick and when our younger son needs asthma treatments. She does lots of fun activities and crafts with the kids. When I leave the kids with her to go to work, I feel that they are safe and well taken care of. I honestly love everything about Melissa she has truly become part of our family!

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    Education

    Moorpark College

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