Hi I am Nikki I am a mom of a daughter who is 19 with Down Syndrome. I want to work in a field to help others be happy and independent in their own homes in their own ways! I currently take care of someone that has FA. This field gives me a purpose and the need and want to help people with all different abilities. Further more I...
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Repositioning. I have worked with families with adult children who have Down Syndrome for the past 5years with supporting them in the community and at their jobs as well as at home. I would love to work with your love one either at home or in the...
Hi there! I am a current teacher's aide at Mary Cariola Center. My experience is mostly with preschoolers with complex needs, but I also have experience with adults with ASD and down syndrome!
I have several years of experience working with adults with IDD. I am currently an Employment Specialist and I provide supports to individuals to help them obtain and/or maintain employment. I have been providing Employment Services for about 2 years between a couple different agencies.
I also have experience as a DSP (Direct...
I am CPR certified, a nationally certified EMT, and I have been a medic in the Air National Guard for the past six years. I was a CNA that worked with dementia patients, patients on hospice, and patients with behavioral issues from 2016 to 2019. Most recently I have worked as an ER tech while pursuing my prerequisites to be able...
I am a speech and language therapist in a suburban school district. I have worked there for 31 years. My experience has been with a wide variety of disability types from Down Syndrome and Autism to Cerebral Palsy and Emotional Handicaps. I am patient and caring and can usually relate to children well. I love to play, read, do...
I have 22 years of experience as a home health aide. I was trained by Visiting Nurse Service in January 1997. I have cared for children and adults with autism, cerebral palsy and Down Syndrome. I have also cared for adults who are disabled due to spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries. I enjoy making a difference in...
Hello!! I am a Rochester native who is working on completing my master degree in social work at SUNY Brockport. I have 10 plus years working with children and adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities, specifically ASD and Down Syndrome. I have a variety of experience in schools, agencies, and private settings with all...
Hello families! First I want to start with my most recent experience of working with a non profit organization that works directly with individuals with disabilities and their families, in this position I was a camp director for our day camp program as well as a camp counselor for an overnight teen and young adult camp. Both of...
Recently moved to Wayne county from Washington state. Many years of senior care in long term care and private settings. Special interest in mental health, dementia, alzheimers, and downs syndrome.
Hi, my name is Carly. I worked with kids with special needs for 2 years. I worked with children with Autism, Down Syndrome, Asperger's, etc. at a preschool. No mater what, everyone is the same and should be treated the same. I love seeing their faces each day with a smile on it.
Hi! My name is Jessandra , and I am an occupational therapy student passionate about supporting individuals of all ages. Through my OT education and hands-on experience, I have worked with clients with autism, ADHD, developmental disabilities, sensory challenges, mobility impairments, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome.
My...