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Special needs caregivers in Forked River, NJ

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Emily P S.


Island Heights, NJ

$25-40/hr

Certified In ABA

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Hello my name is Emily and I have many years of experience with special needs infants, adolescents and teens. I have been a special Ed (autistic and behavioral) teachers assistant for 5 years. I am currently getting my behavioral analysis degree. My passion began with having a sibling diagnosed with autism at a very young age...
Hi, I am a certified nursing assistant /HHA with over 20 years of experience and have plenty of references . I am CPR Certified. You may contact me anytime thanks. Special needs care available.
I have been engaged in providing care for adults and children with special needs since 2016. I hold certifications as a Home Health Aide, EKG Technician, Phlebotomist, and Medical Assistant. My experiences have instilled in me the importance of patience when assisting those in need. I continue to work with the elderly because I...
Tamara can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Kathryn K.


Bayville, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With Mental Health Services

I have 10 years experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental health issues. I am able to assist with all daily living needs and provide a calm, stable environment.
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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(10)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have taken care of several wonderful people who were either in need of care or were under in home hospice care. I love caring for people in need no matter what the circumstances. I also an do a lot of hospice work-the greatest honor to do for anyone. I've cared for people with cancer, Parkinson's, Dementia, Alzheimer's, CHF,...
Shawn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Shawn has been a caregiver for my wife for a few weeks . She is very thorough and professional with all of my wife's needs along with that she is a very caring individual. Also she does all the little extra things. I would highly recommend Shawn she is a...

Daniel C.

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Taylor B.


Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Part-Time Nanny, Personal Assistant, Etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am 28 years old and currently live in Eatontown, NJ. A little about me - I graduated from Fairfield University in CT. I am the oldest of three children; I have two younger brothers, one of whom has special needs. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old and have extensive experience with special needs children and...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"A fantastic sitter! She helped me while on vacation and always had everything under control. My kids love her and still ask for her all the time. She was smart, neat, easy going and handled three kids of three different ages with ease. The best!"

Maren T.

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Raena F.


Browns Mills, NJ

$18-24/hr8 yrs exp

Nursing Student Looking To Brighten Your Family :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Raena, I'm a junior nursing student at Marywood University and I'm looking for an enriching way to earn money while helping families and providing thorough childcare. I have grown up as the primary babysitter for friends & family since a young age, which developed my love and passion for childcare. I'm also...
Raena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Raena is a reliable and responsible sitter. We were happy to have her help with our toddler, and would gladly hire her again. "

Neelam M.

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Kim V.


Jackson, NJ

$20-25/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Part-time Caregiver Available For Short Or Long Term Needs.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with 20 years of experience. My passion for nurturing children's growth and development led me to this fulfilling career. I've successfully cared for children of various ages, providing a safe and nurturing environment that fosters their physical, emotional, and intellectual...
Kim can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kim was a joy. She was kind, compassionate and took excellent care of our 96 year old mother. I would recommend her for any position!"

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Shelly G.


Beach Haven, NJ

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Multi-Decade Experienced Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Looking for overnight help? I am your person. I have 20+ plus years of direct childcare experience. Twins, Triplets, multiple child homes with homeschooling backgrounds, and special needs. I truly enjoy caring for children and have a relaxed, positive demeanor and fun personality. I'm available on short notice and/or for...
Shelly can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Awesome! Shelly is caring and understanding. My son loves it when Shelly takes care of him. I highly recommend Shelly as a caregiver. "

Eric V.

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Tara L.


Beach Haven, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

3.0

(2)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nurse for over 20 years and have vast experience in child care, twins and quadruplets and children with special needs as well as taking care of seniors as well. I have taken care of newborn babies and toddlers as well as children in their teens. I am comfortable with one baby or even families with 5 or 6 children....
Tara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tara is happy, reliable, positive, and super awesome!"

Marnie M.

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Brianna M.


Lakewood, NJ

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Brianna. I am a caregiver for the special needs population. I am looking for a part time care giving position. I am CPR and First Aid certified among others. I love children and also all animals.
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Brianna as a last minute date night babysitter for our 18 month old. She was very nice and engaged in what our son needs. would hire again"

Timothy L.

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Emma W.


Jackson, NJ

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Responsible Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have spent many of my teenage years taking care of children by means of babysitting for friends and family. I have four younger siblings and was a nanny for a short amount of time before unfortunately needing to relocate. I was a teaching assistant in a classroom for kids with Special Needs prior to becoming an EMT. I also...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emma is a kind spirit. My two kids always enjoy her company; she is patient, willing to pretend and get creative with my kids. She gives an honest re-cap of how things go while I am out. I trust her and look forward to working with her again."

Sara K.

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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 5-ages 39-23. I have 6 grands. I am highly experienced in child care and also children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, BPD, anxieties and bipolar. They need different attention and I get along very well with them also. I care for elderly, hospice and disabled people also. I have a knack for getting along...
Shawn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shawn is exceptionally warm and clearly loves being around children. Her experience being a mom to a child with special needs makes her extremely patient and kind. She is tech savvy and will send video clips of your kids throughout the day. An extra perk of having...

Paul B.

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Shanice C.


Brick, NJ

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I worked in a group home for going on 5 years now with 3 older ladies and 5 guys with special needs , everyday I prepared them dinner give them showers snacks and meds I am BLS certified and Med certified and love doing what I do ... I also work in hospital in operating room where helping people means everything to me
5.0
"We were fortunate to hire Shanice at a very stressful and critical time. Our non-verbal daughter who has autism and epilepsy has been in a skilled nursing facility rehabilitating from a debilitating month-long hospital stay. Although Shanice is young, her several...

Johanna P.

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Victoria D.


Manahawkin, NJ

$25-34/hr10 yrs exp

Hello , my name is Victoria and I'm 26 years old, and I'm currently looking for a PART-TIME position! I have been working with children for a very long time now , I used to work at the learning experience in Manahawkin! I am comfortable working with children of all ages ! I do have experience with special needs. I can cook ,...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Victoria started watching my son when he was about 3 months old, and he is now 3. I am so thankful to find Victoria on care.Com. She was so good during the infant stage, so attentive and a natural with children. She is always punctual and would go out of her way to...

Nicole P.

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Karen P.


Lakewood, NJ

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have had many years of experience working with infants and children with many special medical needs. I have used many pieces of medical equipment. Please contact me for details.
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Julia D.


Jackson, NJ

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Here To Help

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Julia, a 25-year-old graduate student at TCNJ and Jersey native. I currently work as an ABA therapist for children with autism. I've nannied, babysat, and worked as a daycare teacher. I've had the honor to care for children on the spectrum as well as with special needs. I am looking to help families in my spare time...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Julia was amazing. Such a kind sweet person my son loved her! Very punctual kind and respectful!"

Teri S.

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Charlene P.


Jackson, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been Called The Child Whisperer

Hello my name is Charlene I live in Jackson. I have been a nanny for a number of years. I have established wonderful relationships with the children as well as the parents. I have also worked in my family owned day care business which entailed caring for a number of children on a daily basis providing them with a safe loving as...
Charlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Charlene is a pleasure to know. She is a sincere, honest, hard worker who always goes the extra mile. Her heart-warming personality makes you feel like you have known her forever. My children and pets consider her one of the family."

Stacy A.

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Sandy D.


Brick, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time After School And Weekends Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working in the school system for about 15 years. I have worked with children as young as 3 months to 55 yrs old adults, I have also worked with the Special needs population all with many different disabilities. I have experience with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Food Allergies, Mobility Challenge, Rhett...
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Shawn P.


Brick, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom And Mimi Of Mentally Ill Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I Have 5 children 37-20 and 6 grands- I have 3 children and 2 grands with severe anxiety, Asperger's, ADHD, Bipolar, BPD, perceptual impairment and CBD. I care for 2 other children who are severely Autistic and I love working with these special angels. I direct, guide and show positive reinforcement and also have immense...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Forked River, NJ

Shawn P.

5.0

Shawn provided warm, skilled and extremely attentive care for my mom. (Mom has a brain disease and requires both day and night care, and help with all her activities of daily living.) Shawn treated mom like a family member. She carefully following our instructions about keeping mom clean, dry, safe,...

- Christa T.

Taylor B.

5.0

A fantastic sitter! She helped me while on vacation and always had everything under control. My kids love her and still ask for her all the time. She was smart, neat, easy going and handled three kids of three different ages with ease. The best!

- Maren T.

Raena F.

5.0

Raena was 100% phenomenal with our 2.5 year old son. She was wonderful with him and he warmed up to her right away and is usually very shy. I would highly recommend Raena to anybody looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and friendly babysitter. Thank you so so much again!

- Care member

Kim V.

5.0

Kim is very kind and lovely towards my children. She has watched them after school for the last two years. Both of my children love her! I feel comfortable and confident when they are in her care. I would not hesitate hiring her! Kim is great!

- Care member

Shelly G.

5.0

Shelly is awesome! She really helped me out with my son when I needed it. My son always enjoyed his time with her.

- Mark S.

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