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Find special needs caregivers in Benton Harbor, MI that you’ll love

25 special needs caregivers are listed in Benton Harbor, MI

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Benton Harbor, MI

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Samantha R.


Benton Harbor, MI

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Part-Time Caregiver

4.5

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for children from newborns to teenagers, for the past 11 years. As a teen, I spent 3 summers as a counselor at a day camp for campers between 4 and 12 years of age. I have spent much time with children with special needs and have been trained to work with children with autism. I have also tutored students...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Samantha is - well - amazing. She has been taking care of our teen daughter with Autism Spectrum Disorder, is non-verbal, and requires personal care. Samantha has made a difference in our daughter's life. They appear to be friends - which is amazing. Samantha...

Cali G.

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Lashonda J.


Benton Harbor, MI

$11-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with mentally disabled adults for over 10 years, including working in a group home setting, as well as Adult day care settings.
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Samantha R.


Benton Harbor, MI

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been a caregiver for individuals from newborns to 102, for the past 11 years. I have spent much time with children with special needs and have been trained to work with children with autism. I have cared for a young adult with ASD intermittently for the past 5 years, as well as having a brother on the spectrum. I am a...
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Adeline W.


Benton Harbor, MI

$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

My name is Adeline, i'm 20 years old, graduated high school in 2022 and have been taking care of kids pretty much my whole life. From my siblings when I was young, I started getting paid babysitting jobs around 13 years old until about 18yrs old and i've worked with kids all ages 0-13. I then got a job working as a behavior...
Adeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Michaela T.


Coloma, MI

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

No availability right now. Hi, I'm Michaela! I'm 26 and am hoping to start nannying again. I spent 3 years as a nanny in North Carolina and loved it but I had to move back to Michigan for family on short notice and was unable to nanny at the time. Things have settled down now and I would love the opportunity to nanny again! My...
Michaela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Taylor M.


Saint Joseph, MI

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Professional And Fun

- I am a paraprofessional for a special needs school in berrien county MI school district I have been employed by them for two years I am Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certified this entails Preventing crises from occurring De-escalating potential crises Managing acute crisis phases Learning constructive ways to handle...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kimberly B.


Watervliet, MI

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! It is a pleasure to meet you. I have been caring for people all my life. I started babysitting when I was 9 years old as well as caring for my Grandmother at a young age. I am a Social Worker by profession working with children as well as elderly and people with special needs as well. I currently care for 1 elderly...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Connie H.


Berrien Springs, MI

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Am A Reliable, Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a middle-aged lady who has raised three wonderful children, I am a loving, patient, compassionate person who works hard on the job. I am great at housework. I love playing, teaching, reading and doing various activities outside and in the home. I love animals so I welcome working among pets in your home. I Have been trained...
Connie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Connie has been a wonderful caretaker for our two children ages 4 and 6 months. Our son had open heart surgery at 6 days old, and it was important we find someone with experience, who was attentive, and that we could trust. She has tremendous experience working...

Bridget B.

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Valerie J.


Buchanan, MI

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience in the home health field. I've worked with the elderly, developmentally disabled and special needs. I pass medications, cook, clean, and assist with showers and grooming. I'm CPR and first aide certified, have taken classes in pharmacology and med core classes.
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Tiffany R.


Berrien Springs, MI

$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi my name is Tiffany most people call me Tiff. I've been working with children ever since I was a little girl. When I was a senior in high school I worked along the side of children with disabilities and I really enjoyed it. I truly enjoy all children they bring so much joy into my life. I'd like to continue my education and...
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Allie Z.


Stevensville, MI

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Allie! I am a nanny currently and now looking for babysitting jobs for parents who need a Friday date night or any other occasion! I started working with kids when I was around 12. I have been around children all my life with younger siblings/ foster siblings and learning from my mom how to nurture children of...
Allie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Allie was always patient and gentle with our two toddlers."

Care member

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Stephanie S.


Lawrence, MI

$16-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Smile Creator

I have been in child care for over 7 years. I have worked in a preschool, as well as special needs classrooms. I also did a lot of babysitting when my schedule allowed. I grew up with a large family, on a farm, so I am well equipped for caring for children as well as your pets.
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Sarah C.


Bangor, MI

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate

I have 10+ years in caring for adults with disabilities as well as 2+ years in working 1:1 with children. I have a current RBT certificate and have experience in the field. I love to help others and to see them happy.
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Katie I.


Bridgman, MI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always loved children and have been working in childcare centers and private homes, with all ages for over 10 years. Recently I completed my Bachelor's degree in psychology. I have cared for children with extra needs, as well as multiple children at once comfortably. I have a 13-year-old son and have been divorced a few...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jaumark P.


Berrien Springs, MI

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Blessed With The Gift Of Care.

I'd describe my personality as calm, compassionate, patient, resourceful, simple but knowledgeable. I care for people with special needs because the love of God for them dwells in me. I have exceptional feedback from the nursing homes I've worked. I'm looking for a special needs client that gives me the opportunity to earn...
Hi everyone, my name is Antoinette. I just graduated with my doctorate in Occupational Therapy in April and will be taking the summer to work and study for boards. I'm responsible, kind, and compassionate and have a wide range of experience from working in the school system and outpatient pediatrics to assisted living facilities...
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Sarah C.


Bangor, MI

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 25yr old mother of 2 young children. I work full time in an adult foster care dealing with a wide variety of disabilities. I've been through a CNA course and have my CPR and first aid certifications. I truly enjoy helping other in any way that I can. Family is important and I believe in treating others loved ones like my...
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, personal care
I adore working with children and I believe the more love and support a child gets, the more they thrive. I will provide your child with the care and patience they deserve. I am willing to learn any skill that's needed for the job if I don't already have it. A little about me: I have worked with many families as a baby sitter...
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Elizabeth S.


Covert, MI

$11-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs and care. I have personal experiences with the everyday care dealing with infants. I love working with kids. I am a paraprofessional, helping teachers in multiple classrooms. I volunteer my time helping students out after with school with tutoring and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Benton Harbor, MI

Samantha R.

5.0

Samantha is - well - amazing. She has been taking care of our teen daughter with Autism Spectrum Disorder, is non-verbal, and requires personal care. Samantha has made a difference in our daughter's life. They appear to be friends - which is amazing. Samantha is sweet, caring, loving, honest,...

- Cali G.

Connie H.

5.0

Connie was everything I could have asked for in someone taking care of my little guy. She made transitioning back to work so much easier knowing someone I trusted was there to take care of him. She is loving and attentive and my little guy loved her. Additionally, as first time parents, it was...

- Kristen W.

Allie Z.

5.0

Allie was always patient and gentle with our two toddlers.

- Care member

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