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Hi I'm Julia! I am currently a physician assistant graduate student and am looking for a part time summer position (return to school 8/24). I have a lot of experience working with kids, in 2012 to 2016, I worked at the Oakland Recreation Summer Camp as a counselor for 1st and 2nd graders and have I have 7 years experience...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
-- I have 5 reviews under the "All" tab within the RECOMMENDATIONS section of this site. Can also provide references.
-- Sometimes people need a little assistance while maintaining their independent living! I've been a professional in-home personal caregiver for over 10 years to a person with disabilities. I assist with...
Cerona can also help with: Respite care
5.0
"Cerona brought commitment and a spirit of team work to her position of pharmacy technician over the last 10 years. It's a position that requires focus, attention to detail, dependability, empathy and HONESTY. Cerona comes with my heartfelt recommendation, as I...
Sandra C.
Sara H.
Haledon, NJ
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked in the field of Occupational Therapy for 20 years. I transitioned a year ago to home health services assisting adults and their families with activities of daily living. I've worked with individuals and as a live in with progressive diagnoses, those with limited physical abilities as well as those recovering from...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Sara is a wonderful caregiver. She cares for people and treats them like they are part of her family. She is very reliable, punctual, patient, kind and a dependable person. She goes above and beyond and she gives the best care. I would highly recommend Sara ."
Joanne P.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Provide assistance with activities of Daily living performance domestic and household tasks, Transport and accompany patients to doctors appointment run errands medications reminder assist with clients personal care monitor patients vital signs, temperature, respiration And report on their condition follow client care plan and...
Keisha can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Keisha is the best, she takes great care of my dad. He was diagnosed with Parkinsons earlier this year. She gets him up and moving and makes sure his every need is met. "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello , I am a welcoming, nurturing, flexible, and well experienced individual. I am a Certified Home Health Aide. I have worked in this field for 10+ years both as a live in aide and in the nursing home setting and assisted living setting. I am a mother of 8, all adults now & with 3 grandchildren. I am a family oriented...
Rosalee can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She was a great caregiver but she was also a great friend as well as a someone you can always call on day or night , she is caring, thoughtful , honest and will always make you feel welcome and comfortable around her she is the the type of person who deserves all...
Sheneil A.
5.0
(2)
-- I have 5 reviews under the "All" tab within the RECOMMENDATIONS section of this site. Can also provide references.
-- I've been a professional in-home assistant, including LIGHT housekeeping (not heavy-duty), for over 10 years to a person with disabilities. I provide LIGHT housekeeping (not heavy-duty), home and meal...
Cerona can also help with: General room cleaning
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Tamara. I'm Looking for a caregiver/companion job. I'm a reliable, honest and compassionate person with strong communication and interpersonal skills. I have more than10 years of experience. My experience includes Alzheimer's, Dementia and Hospices patients. I have HHA certificate. I Speak fluent English and German....
Tamara can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My family and I hired Tamara to take care of our 98 year old grandmother. She was very warm and kind, along with being incredibly diligent and attentive. I definitely would recommend Tamara to anyone as she is a great caretaker! "
Gabriela S.
Jackie P.
Pompton Plains, NJ
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Took Care Of My Mom For 2 Years. I Cared For Her By Feeding, Doctor's Appt, Entertainment, Etc.
4.6
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years experiences caring for elderly clients (male and female) as a Professional Personal Care Assistant. I have worked with clients that had Dementia, Diabetes, Bedridden, Mental Issues, Brain Injury,
Stroke and Mobility problems. I have taken care of a client with Down Syndrome. I took care of a man that was a...
Jackie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jackie is super kind and loving! She’s so easy to talk to and get along with! I highly recommend her!!"
Care member
Christine R.
Lincoln Park, NJ
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as very caring, patient, helpful, friendly, and empathetic. I love being around seniors and helping them be happy in their daily life through dedicated care and companionship. I love chatting about old times and love listening.
I have previous experience of taking care of patients with...
Christine can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Christine was caring, patient, and such a great help in my home. She went above and beyond to help me and made sure to always check on me. "
Yetta C.
Elissaveta G.
West Milford, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
10+ year of experience in senior care in home settings.
Most recent position of 1. 5 years was for an elderly women with dementia. I was hired by the family to provide assistance with all activities of daily living including feeding, bathing, toileting and management of medications.
My cheerful personality helps me to be an...
Elissaveta can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Elle cared for my mom for about 18 months - mom had dementia that continued to get worse over that period. Elle was great with - always tried to talk and engage her, always kept her looking nice."
Cathy R.
Rosetta T.
Waldwick, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy.
I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...
Rosetta can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Rosie is a wonderful, trustworthy and dependable caretaker. My kids took to her right away! She is always punctual and professional and we still consistently use her as a babysitter and I highly recommend Rosie to anyone who needs some extra child care!"
Tracey W.
I have a speech communications background from Iona College. I have worked for a Special Educational School for 5 years plus. I am very organized and love helping people. I have 5 years of personal assistant/executive assistant background. Some of my hobbies are going to the gym, cooking and snowboarding. As one of my part time...
Lexi R.
Mahwah, NJ
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Jack Of Many Trades-Gal Friday/Personal Assistant/Errand & Odd Job Aficionado
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a business entrepreneur at heart and have had my own company navigating thru all different aspects including and not limited to: marketing, managing, branding , developing, secretarial and financial aspects, etc. I have helped others organize their businesses and their lives thru both a coaching perspective and actually...
Marie A.
Allendale, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part -Time Errand-Runner/Shopper/Odd Jobs/Personal Assistant
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can help with cooking fast, healthy and creative meals, shopping, errands, personal assistant, light cleaning, some sewing. I am a reliable, honest and hard-working individual. I love dogs.
Kelsey D.
Fair Lawn, NJ
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Detail oriented, patient and reliable. Experience in event planning, personal assisting, and every day tasks!
Marie A.
Allendale, NJ
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Part-Time Or Full-Time Cleaning/Home Organizing/Personal Assistant
I am English speaking, honest, reliable, hardworking, and meticulous. Ia m serious about keeping your home clean and organized, with sometimes creative solutions.
My philosophy: "An uncluttered home helps to keep the mind uncluttered and serene".
I enjoy helping others. I can make healthy, tasty, and fast meals.
I worked for...
Marie can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Marie A.
Allendale, NJ
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part- Time Errands, Household Chores, Personal Hygiene, Cooking, Conversation
I have 20 plus years experience with MS patient, 5 years experience as Personal Assistant to stroke patient. I also have experience with brain injury rehab (worked in treatment center as Therapy Assistant. I am a caring person who has been around elderly and physically challenged people for many years, just like to help people....
Marie can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Cecelia H.
Paterson, NJ
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Skilled Care Provider Assisting Elderly, Convalescents, Or Persons With
I'm fully capable, competent, nurturing, compassionate mother of three, who enjoys caring for others as a caregiver. I go above and beyond to ensure that I am able to provide for anyone that is entrusted in my care and I believe that my ability to show constant effort makes me fit for completing any given tasks that I've been...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Kayla M.
Pompton Plains, NJ
$20-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 5+ year of experience in Personal Assisting as well as 10+ years in child care. I work remotely and looking to take on additional work. I also have plenty experience in small business management and social media as well if there is a need there as well.
Hello! My name is Skyy, and I'm so excited to meet you! I'm a transplant from Georgia, with over 10 years of childcare experience working with private families, at camps, as well as swim instruction within private and public facilities. I'm a loving, patient, and fun-natured caretaker, with experience caring for infants,...
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Oakland, NJ
Cerona V.
5.0
Cerona was a blessing for our family. She is a caring and loving person who took care of our dad. She assisted my dad who could no longer walk and was confined to a wheelchair. My parents are old school people and do not like change. BUT Cerona won them over immediately with her friendly and...
- janice H.
Sara H.
5.0
Sara is a wonderful caregiver. She cares for people and treats them like they are part of her family. She is very reliable, punctual, patient, kind and a dependable person. She goes above and beyond and she gives the best care. I would highly recommend Sara .
- Joanne P.
Keisha C.
5.0
Keisha is the best, she takes great care of my dad. He was diagnosed with Parkinsons earlier this year. She gets him up and moving and makes sure his every need is met.
- Care member
Rosalee C.
5.0
She is a great mentor and lovely lady and I am grateful that I met her at my church. She gives so much love and care to others. She is helpful, understanding, and always shows compassion. Any family would be lucky to have her in their lives.
- Dwayne M.
Tamara A.
5.0
Tamara is a dependable and trustworthy highly skilled caregiver who I would recommend to anyone who needs a professional home care provider. She puts her heart and mind in her assignments to make her patients happy and comfortable! She is patient and intelligent, who puts a lot of effort to make...
- Nana A.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Oakland
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Oakland, NJ?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Oakland, NJ on Care.com as of March, 2025 is $20.00 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Oakland?
Care.com has 1 personal assistants in Oakland, NJ. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Oakland or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Oakland?
Most personal assistants in Oakland, NJ can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Oakland. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.