I would help out with equine (horse) therapy for children/adults with special needs. I also was part of an organization in college called Dogs for Difference. would take therapy/service dogs to local special needs classrooms + nursing homes. I loved the work and would love to continue to work with individuals with special needs...
Some experience I have regarding those with special needs includes but is not limited too: being a volunteer counselor for kids with Spina Bifida (so I am comfortable with various medication, bathing, cognitive building, bathroom going regiments like cone enemas and things of that sort if needed!), I have two cousins (ages 38 &...
I'm an experienced nanny, special needs care giver, pet sitter/house sitter and I also will help with cleaning and running errands. I have worked with children for over 10 years in various settings and have enjoyed every second of it! I love working with children and teaching them things along the way! Also to add I am a very...
I have raised my own adult child who has autism. I've been employed as a direct support staff member at a local group home that serves individuals on the autism spectrum. I've also worked as a teacher's aide assisting with preschool through 6th grade students with special needs. I am trained and have worked as a Certified Nurse...
Hi! I am a very reliable and patient person. I studied my passion at University of Toledo, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a minor in Disability Studies. I have worked in direct support, as well as writing support and behavior plans, for young adults and adults with autism.
I have spent the last 7 years raising a boy with Autism. We have done extensive therapy (speech, physical and occupational) both with his therapists and establishing and administering at-home therapy. Watching him grow from a baby with extreme delays to a confident 7yr old who just finished first grade has been the most...
I have been a speech-language pathologist for 10 years and also have a graduate certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders. During my career I have worked in a variety of settings including: Hospital, home health care, skilled nursing facility, long term acute care, outpatient therapy and schools. I have been working in the school...
I am currently studying Special Education at the University of Toledo, and have experience helping out with children with disabilities. I have volunteered in Special Ed classrooms helping out students with Autism, ADHD/ADD, visual impairment, and Down's syndrome. I was also a job coach at Toledo for a student with Down's...
Hello, I started working at Farms in 2008 with no experience. It was all new for me. I ended up falling in love with the job and became very passionate about helping others. I worked all 3 shifts there and even became the horticulture specialist there and house leader. I worked there for a total of 10 years. Can help with...
Hello! My name is Savannah , I have worked in special education for the last three years as a P. A. in an ECSE classroom. While my focus has been on early childhood special education, I have also worked in adult special needs companion care, as well as supplementary education for school ages 5-14. I have always been drawn to the...
Hi! My current job is as a DSP (direct support professional) and care for people with developmental disabilities. I've been in the position for about a half a year and Im looking for outside career building.
Hi, I just wanted to tell you a little about myself and my work experience. I'm Shea and I have been a home ad for a disabled young man for the last 5 years.
During those 5 years, I have cooked, cleaned, and taken care of this young man. I have performed the duties of giving meds, getting him ready for school, watching him...
My name is Jennifer. I have been caring for children for over 25 years. I have ministered to children at Mother Teresa's Orphanage in Africa and Haiti. I also had a 5-year-old girl with cerebral palsy come from Russia and live with me for several months while she received medical treatment. I took several classes, CPR, First...
I started working with kids when I was in High School.
In my spare time, I like to listen to music, read and go for walks
One thing you should know about me is I am a mother to 1 and am furthering my education as a RN.
My skills include communication, understanding and can listening
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
I love working with people. Those with special needs hold special place in my heart. I have worked as an Occupational Therapy Assistant for 14 years. Most of my experience is with children but I have adult experience as well. I have worked with many different diagnoses and different levels of care.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, understanding and very funny.
I like caring for people with special needs because it makes me feel good about myself knowing I'm making a difference in their lives. I also like the idea of them knowing there is someone out there that cares about them.
I started caring for people with...
HI! I have previously worked at a group home for individuals with special needs. During my time in the group home, I helped the residents meet their daily goals, maintain healthy hygiene habits, providing them with meals, and administer their medications. Work in the group last summer was the most rewarding job I ever had.