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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dunellen, NJ
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 2 years
Special needs caregivers in Dunellen, NJ
5.0
(2)
My motto is there is always something to smile and laugh about. I have worked with many types of people while working on an ambulance for the last 10 years. I have been trained in emergency medical situations and continue my education through courses yearly. I feel that working with people in any aspect comes down to one thing,...
5.0
"Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of experience. Michelle would be an asset to whom ever hires her."
Brigid F.
Azalea H.
Dunellen, NJ
$15-20/hr
Previously instituted thorough quality care and direct/indirect supervision to perform client observations. Documented behaviors for adolescent residents in compliance with state regulations while working as a team to construct enjoyable activities that enhance social development.
I am not just a babysitter - I am the ultimate play date! I am happy to play outside, walk or bike, scooter and skate, participate in water gun battles, can play Fortnite (even give pro tips).
With 4 years of cub scout camp experience and having three brothers (one with special needs) I am well-qualified to spend time with...
Michael can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CHAA certified, more than 20 years experience with caring for senior citizens living with diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer, special needs, and disabilities, and hospice.
Jacqueline can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My father in law absolutely loved having her around when we were not home! She helped him with anything he needed and even helped him with his physical therapy! I am very grateful for her and I would definitely hire her again!"
Lauren W.
Matthew S.
Somerset, NJ
$22-31/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I Started caring for my brother with special needs when I was only a child myself. I developed my selfless nature thereafter. I'm an extreme extrovert. Making others content brings me complete fulfillment.
I have been a paid caregiver for more than 10 years.
I had experience using Hoyer lifts with bedridden or stroke clients.
I...
Matthew can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of him as his own. I never had to worry if he ate or bathed. My father was always so clean and his skin was never...
Falguni B.
Florence L.
Somerset, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 10 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...
Florence can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, home modification
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Florence is a wonderful person and caregiver. She took care of my father, my father in law and then my mother. She became one of the family. She listens and does exactly what you ask. She is also very knowledgeable and gives helpful advice. I recommend her highly...
Care member
Eileen C.
Basking Ridge, NJ
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
No availability at this time.
Experience in hospitals, nursing homes and home care as a Certified Nurse Aid.
Certified yoga instructor, adults, seniors, and children/children with special needs.
Eileen can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Eileen is reliable, kind, professional and a lovely addition to our mom's care team!!!"
Julie V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
When it comes to children I enjoy the fact that you have a chance to teach them and they teach you as well! Seeing the world through a child's eyes is an experience like no other. I am a student looking for work while in school studying to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Below are some of my strongest skills
-Patient...
Taiyanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Overall, Taiyanna was/is an amazing Babysitter. She did a great job taking care of our 1 year old and 5 year old while I was working. She was punctual, dependable, respectful and engaged the kids which gave us peace of mind. I strongly recommend her to anyone who...
Sharon P.
Natasha E.
Basking Ridge, NJ
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Fluent in ASL, great with all ages. Have worked with infants as young as 2 weeks old. As well as children and infants with medical and special needs. CPR certification, currently working in a hospital as a technician. Have a huge knowledge of...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natasha is amazing! Very punctual, professional and friendly. My 1year old loved to play with her!"
Patricia N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 8 years of experience working with special needs clients ranging from children as well as adults. I am skilled in working with varied handicapping conditions. I have the ability to deal with any difficult situation with consideration as well as care. It is very important to me that all my clients feel special and needs are...
Eric R.
Basking Ridge, NJ
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
20 years experience in France and Switzerland in handicap facilities, nursing homes, home health care agencies...
Lisa S.
Raritan, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Elementary & Special Ed Teacher Available For The Summer/Part Time School Year
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am available evenings after 4 p.m. and weekends. I'm also available for overnights and weekends/weeks.
Below, you will find a little about me. I look forward to chatting as soon as you're able so you can get to know me better.
I look forward to hearing from you and talking about how I can accommodate you and your...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I found Lisa to be a true gem. She not only has a background in education she really enjoys children. My boys loved her and really missed her when she stopped working for us."
Marybeth R.
5.0
(3)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Oak Street Elementary School, Basking Ridge, NJ September 2007 Present
A Food Service Kitchen Supervisor
Serve 300+ children daily
Assure all children have meals
Knowledge of children with allergies or special needs
Manage financial responsibilities and inventory
F Family, Millington NJ. I worked...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle has babysat my infant from when he was born till now. He is 7 months and we still use her multiple times a month. She is great with him, plays with him, feeds him, rocks him to sleep and meets all his needs. I would highly recommend Michelle if you are...
Courtney F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working as a direct caregiver for a classroom of 16 adults ranging in age from 19-40 who have severe mental and physical disabilities. I am responsible for planning and executing group activities as well as individual activities such as arts and crafts, exercise, lessons, and field trips. I also prepare and...
5.0
(1)
For the past several years (2015-current) I have been working as a caretaker for senior citizens in their homes. The job entails: cooking, dressing, baking, cleaning, laundry, shopping and keeping my clients company. Also I play piano and make some craft decorations. My past clients had enjoyed listening to me playing piano. It...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...
Dana can also help with: Companionship, personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I hired Dana to help out with giving my mom a bath. Dana has been great with the care of my mom. She is a very friendly & caring person. My mom is 86 years old and a diabetic. My mom is very comfortable with her. She enjoys her company and after her bath they have...
Richard F.
5.0
(2)
As a mother, a daughter and a granddaughter, I know the importance of having a reliable, trustworthy caregiver. From the experience with my own children I have crafted a nurturing personality. I have experience working with people of all ages and minimal experience with special needs. I welcome the opportunity to cater to you...
Rondene can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Rondene is a committed, kind, smart, fantastic woman. I worked with her while caring for my mother after a knee replacement that was more complicated than planned. The level of care, initiative, genuine concern, professionalism and love that Rondene shared with our...
Kris M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate and I have worked with a variety of children with special needs. I am honest and trustworthy. I love all kinds of children.
Alyssa M.
Somerset, NJ
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, My name is Alyssa and I love caring for children! Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high-school I had the opportunity to participate in Early Childhood Laboratory Independent Study. I was able to work hands on with preschoolers and create lesson plans to teach to them. Kids are simply my favorite to be...
5.0
"Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires medication several times a day for seizures. He also needs...
Jennifer Z.
Katherine B.
South Bound Brook, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(21)
Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kathy and I have been a nanny and providing childcare for 20+ years. I am a mom of 5 adult children. My goals are to provide children in my care with a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment so that they feel happy, loved and secure. I believe children should be children and have fun while exploring the world...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kathy was great! We spoke and she immediately put me at ease. I felt comfortable leaving her with my 3 children. The kids were well taken care of and seemed happy and easy with Kathy. She was on time, easy to communicate with, and very reliable. Our house was...
Kat D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dunellen, NJ
Michelle R.
5.0
Michelle is extremely reliable, friendly and honest! She would be an asset to any family, she's wonderful with children to the elderly, and everyone in between!! She's an outstanding EMT, with years of experience. Michelle would be an asset to whom ever hires her.
- Brigid F.
Jacqueline L.
5.0
My father in law absolutely loved having her around when we were not home! She helped him with anything he needed and even helped him with his physical therapy! I am very grateful for her and I would definitely hire her again!
- Lauren W.
Matthew S.
5.0
Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of him as his own. I never had to worry if he ate or bathed. My father was always so clean and his skin was never better. My father was also very happy...
- Falguni B.
Florence L.
5.0
Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her consumer's. You literally cannot find a better provider.
- Lauren M.
Eileen C.
5.0
Eileen is reliable, kind, professional and a lovely addition to our mom's care team!!!
- Julie V.
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