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Special needs caregivers in Byron Center, MI

Allison R.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Ms. Alli Is Available For Your Littles!

I have been providing childcare for 40 years. I'm fun, creative, dependable, ethical and a good communicator. I have 20+ years experience with various types of special needs: ASD, ADHD, physical disability/injury, feeding therapy, challenging behaviors, administration of medication, sick child care, trauma. Recently, I have...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Sabina F.


Grand Rapids, MI

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sabina. I have worked and have been around kids for years. I started nannying kids when I was about 12 years old. I watched a family of 4 children and watched them grow up for about 4 years. I then was a nanny for a family of 3 (ages 4-8 when I was 16 years old). I then went on later in my life to work in foster...

Mariah P.


Grand Rapids, MI

$13-50/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care Speciallist

Hello! My name is Mariah, and I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with four of experience providing exceptional care to individuals of all ages. Whether it's assisting seniors with daily activities, supporting those with special needs, or providing attentive childcare, I am committed to enhancing the well-being and...
Mariah can also help with: Errands, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia
My name is Lia, I am 19 years old. I have a super positive, upbeat personality. I am originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan But I'm currently living in New York as a student at St. John's University. I'm majoring in Criminal Justice & minoring in Psychology. I am moving back to Michigan May 26th and transferring to Western...

Cami V.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I do independent CLS work with individual clients via their parent/guardian, working hand in hand with their supports coordinators through network 180. Working with special needs is my passion and what my career life has consisted mostly of. The ICLS work I do is very flexible and leaves plenty of random availability for...
Cami can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Cami V.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

ICLS

Hello! Initially I started working with seniors before transitioning to special needs individuals over 10 years ago. Most recently I've been doing independent CLS work with individual clients via their parent/guardian & through third party financially; working hand in hand with their supports coordinators through network. I am...
Cami can also help with: Errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Wound Care

Diane J.


Caledonia, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care, .

30 years experience with cognitively impaired, special needs and Autism. I have also worked with Senior care and hospice care. Available part time or full time.
Diane can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Bailey R.


Grand Rapids, MI

$14-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Support

I have 1 year of experience caring for individuals with autism and other co-existing diagnosis. I am capable of assisting individuals in becoming the most independent version of themselves. A few examples of the daily tasks that I have assisted with include passing medications, taking vitals, stimming, & behavioral management....
Hello my name is Jade I'm 23 years old. Iv been in the healthcare field for a long time now with elderly and disabled vets and special needs children. I grew up around a lot of kids and love to engage in activities and making sure they are active in activities. making sure they are safe as well. I raised my 3 younger brothers. I...
Jade can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Yaren, I provide childcare and pet care. I have extensive experience in care giving for all ages. As a former behavior technician, I am well acquainted with special needs as well. I also used to be a full-time caregiver for my elderly grandparents while they were in palliative and hospice care. I hope that I can be...
Yaren can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Janie S.


Jenison, MI

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I am a mom of three girls. I am looking to get involved with a family who may have some flexibility as my schedule will change occasionally. I am a pediatric RN. Thanks!

Nettie S.


Wyoming, MI

$21-25/hr9 yrs exp

Nettie

I'm a responsible and experienced nanny looking to share my enthusiasm and creativity as a full-time nanny for a family seeking help with daily activities and any childcare needs! I've been fortunate enough to be a nanny for a wonderful family for the past four years. unfortunately, my nanny kiddos will be starting school...
Nettie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Kyra D.


Wyoming, MI

$20/hr18 yrs exp

Looking For Flexible Families Looking For Evening Or Weekend Care, With Other Household Needs.

I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, joyful I like working with kids because they have such joy in almost everything they do and it's an unmatched feeling to see children experiencing life and growing and them finding joy in the simplest things. I'm looking for a job that enables me to do fun things with kiddos and earn...
Kyra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

Grace D.


Grandville, MI

$11-15/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

During my 8th grade year, I was able to do a semester of assisting in the classroom for children with autism. I was able to play games, assist kids with staying calm, and help with their classwork.

Lexi B.


Grandville, MI

$13-17/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Lexi Joy! I am an open minded person with a positive outlook and lots of energy! I will be 25 years old this June, and have been working in the caregiving field since I was 13. I started out baby sitting and later got into more advanced care, working with disabled adults. I began to work as a direct support...

Nancy S.


Hudsonville, MI

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

Sitter And Mom Helper!

I am a wife and Mom of two sons 22 and 18, so always had a busy household with lots of activity! I understand that it's nice to have some help now and again to take a few minutes for yourself - run errands, go for a walk, go to lunch, etc. I'm interested in on-call sitting or part-time work. Let me know if you have any...

Tabia V.


Grand Rapids, MI

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hey There!

Hi! I am currently a Registered Medical Assistant and have been for the last 10 years. I do work full time Monday-Friday, but I would love to make some extra money by helping you! I am CPR certified and have to renew every year. As an MA, I am trained to give injections, (minimal) wound care, giving inhalers, oxygen & breathing...

Anna B.


Grand Rapids, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with children with : ASD - coursework and placement in a kindergarten for students with ASD ADHD - nanny and tutor experience for several students with ADHD Learning disabilities - personal caregiver for a sister with learning disabilities Developmental delay - coursework and teaching experience with children...
I do not have much experience in care but, I have worked with many kids on the autism spectrum and a little girl with a trach and g-tube. I would need training on what to do but, I would love to care for these kids.

Laura E.


Grand Rapids, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Laura!

I am an older sister of three brothers and two of them are special needs. I have a handful of years caring for children as well as basic cooking and cleaning skills. I love children and am very patient when it comes to interacting with them! I love to make children smile and do fun crafts with them like I do with my own...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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