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Pamela S.


Allison Park, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny with Experience Caring for Children with Special Needs Seeks FT Position in Pittsburgh and Northern Suburbs

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I have a BS degree in Education of Exceptional Children. I have experience caring for a child with cerebral palsy and severe developmental delays. After meeting with his physical therapist, I assisted with home stretching exercises. I also made use of communication boards. I also have experience dealing with severe food...
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Gene T.


Allison Park, PA

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

International experience, senior, disabled, cooking, companion, errands. . Extensive experience with Stroke rehab, Parkinson's management, and technology. .
Gene can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

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Catherine M.


Tarentum, PA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello whoever is reading this! First, I wanted to thank you for taking the time to read this! It truly means a lot! This is my first time using this app to find individual care at someone's home. I'm a single mom with one child, but my family is a huge help to us!! I've worked in a facility before finding this direction....
Catherine can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Cathy is an amazing person. She is a great mom and a great worker. She has been the only person outside of family to ever watch my son."

Amber P.

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Beth B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

Hi! I'm an occupational therapist with 25 years of experience. I worked with both children and adults. i've recently moved back to the Pittsburgh area after spending 20+ years in Knoxville Tennessee. I have three grown children, adore dogs, and like spending time outside. I am restarting a business which emphasizes...
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Kristi D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$31-32/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You With A Smile

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kristi, I am looking to help make differences in the world, your family and better the quality of life for every individual that has abilities and personal struggles. I have 10+ years of experiences in the work field, an undergraduate focused in Early Childhood atypical and typical. My Masters Degree is in...
5.0
"Kristi was amazing!! She was so thoughtful and thorough and asked us tons of questions before she arrived to make sure she was super prepared to help out with our special needs son. Her experience and knowledge definitely helped put us at ease as we were 100%...

Charles R.

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Brooke P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Special Needs Behavioral Therapist And Parent Coach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a developmental and behavioral professional with over a decade of experience working with families to improve daily living, solve conflict, and avoid breakdown. I believe every family can benefit from simple, tried and true techniques using a casual non-judgemental approach. In 2016, I earned a Master's degree in Applied...
5.0
"I really cannot say enough about Brooke! She is great with my 2 kids and they absolutely adore her. She is always on time and extremely professional. She always has fun activities in mind for the day which results in me always coming home to happy kids! She has...

Caitlin M.

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Ellisyn M.


Gibsonia, PA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

An Adapted Physical Activity Graduate And Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ellisyn. One of my minors in college was Adapted Physical Activity. Through my minor, I have worked with many people with different ability levels. I do not like to refer to individuals with varying abilities with the term "disability", because it is not about what they are limited to do, but rather what he or...
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Alexis L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Senior & People With Special Needs Caretaker/ Tutor!

Hi! I am a professional actress who just moved back home to Pittsburgh from NYC and looking for flexible work as I continue to perform! I'm a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in PA and have multiple years of senior care/ special needs experience. Also, growing up with a big brother with physical and mental disabilities and...
Alexis can also help with: Personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Nikayla P.


Oakmont, PA

$18-35/hr2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hello! My name is Nikayla, i'm a Registered Nurse with mainly an adult cardiac background but I also have experience in special needs & hospice care. I was a nursing assistant for two years and have been a nurse for an additional two years. I previously nannied on care. com therefore have child/adolescent experience as well. I...
Nikayla can also help with: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Nikayla P.


Oakmont, PA

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hello! My name is Nikayla and i'm a registered nurse who specializes in adult medicine. I have experience with medically complex individuals, special needs patients, patients who need hospice care and much more. I have multiple certifications including advanced life support and CPR. I pride myself on being a compassionate and...
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Madalyn J.


Wexford, PA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Active And Caring Helper

I've worked with a wide variety of individuals of all ages who have different intellectual and developmental disabilities. These people have made a considerable difference in the way I view life and friendships. I hope to meet more people that can have just as big of an effect on my life as I have on theirs.
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Nikolete D.


Mars, PA

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Nikolete. I am 22 years old, and I have a lot of experience in special needs. I look forwarding to working with you. Thank you.
Hey! I'm currently a Grad student here at Pitt! I love to be around children and have lots of experience. I love to craft, be outdoors and can help with school work. I'm a NC certified EMT. Currently looking for sitting for date nights, days and when I'm needed. Right now my schedule is pretty open except for Monday and Tuesday....
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Brandon R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as calm, flexible, and mature. I like caring for people with special needs because I grew up with a brother who has an intellectual disability. I'm looking for a job that can be flexible with hours. I am a student athlete balancing classes and intense training. I started caring for people with...
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Taran P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Care Giver Available.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Through all of my experience working with many populations from teenagers to those with special needs, I enjoy working with seniors the most. Their stories are better than books. I just like to make things nice for those whom I provide care for. I have always enjoyed taking care of people. I am able to provide good references. I...
Taran can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Sara B.


Wexford, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

I am a current Occupational Therapy doctorate student at Duquesne University. While I am not an official OT yet, I have done my fieldwork rotations in a skilled nursing facility, pediatric therapy, home health, and hospice care! I have also worked as a personal caregiver for children with autism and cerebral palsy. I am...
I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I've had a passion for individuals with special needs since a young age, and find so much enjoyment in helping others! I may be young, but I believe this to be an advantage due to my energetic and bubbly personality. :) My...
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Loren D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced PCA

Once I graduated high school, I began working for Easter Seals Child Development Center -- a facility largely based around children with special needs. In addition to being a teacher, I was a personal care-aide for a young boy with autism, global delays, and sensory processing disorder. I accompanied him to his various...
I think that every individual has the right to achieve his or her fullest potential. Individuals with special needs are not exempt from this, and may require extra support to be his or her best. I hope to inspire, educate, assist, and give hope to those who need specialized attention and education.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Allison Park, PA

Catherine M.

5.0

Cathy has been wonderful in her care of my mother. She is sweet, patient, and very understanding of the difficulties of aging; she has a heart of go!d! She anticipated my mother's needs thoughtfully and generously and has been a tremendous help to our family. We have been so grateful to have had her...

- Kathryn S.

Kristi D.

5.0

Kristi was amazing!! She was so thoughtful and thorough and asked us tons of questions before she arrived to make sure she was super prepared to help out with our special needs son. Her experience and knowledge definitely helped put us at ease as we were 100% confident that our little guy was in...

- Charles R.

Brooke P.

5.0

I really cannot say enough about Brooke! She is great with my 2 kids and they absolutely adore her. She is always on time and extremely professional. She always has fun activities in mind for the day which results in me always coming home to happy kids! She has been fantastic!

- Caitlin M.

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