Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Johnston, RI
We have 60 special needs caregivers in Johnston, RI! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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Find special needs caregivers in Johnston, RI that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Johnston, RI
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Johnston, RI
5.0
(1)
I've been a CNA for a little over 8 years now and I love what I do ! I've worked in nursing homes, assisted living memory care facilities , and also private care one-on-one . I'm look forward to hearing from you ! I m here to help any way that I can. Feel free to ask me for my resume or any other questions
5.0
"Ana is very attentive and clean. My boys absolutely loved her. My 2 year old has issues with being aggressive and listening but she handles him well. I wish I would've found her sooner! She cooks and provides them with healthy meals and always finds ways to...
Kayla D.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Moms & Dad's I'm currently seeking a new full time or part time childcare position. I've worked as a Nanny and BabyNurse for long over 15 years, am also a Certified Foster Parent with the state of Rhode Island. My hope is that I can find a great family, where I can offer safety, a peace of mind to your family & a helping...
Chrystal can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Chrystal nannies for my infant son. She is a dependable, nurturing and kind caregiver. My baby is happy and engaged in her care!"
Jocelyn K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My life work has focuses on providing care to elders and those with special needs. My experience includes working primarily in home care settings. Clients I have worked with have a variety of needs including; assistance with transfers, general housekeeping, personal care and companionship. Primarily I have worked with...
Michele can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!"
Debra B.
Alana B.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 17 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc.
Let me know what I can do for you, or your...
Alana can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I had the pleasure of being visited by Alana, and I cannot say enough positive things about my experience. From the moment they arrived, Alana was warm, professional, and incredibly attentive to my needs. They took the time to listen to my concerns, explained...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Priscilla. I have a degree in Special Education. I have experience in behavior support and also cognitive disabilities. I am able to provide excellent care and have many references for this type of service.
I have experience with special needs children and also adults. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
Julia T.
Pawtucket, RI
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist
5.0
(2)
My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...
Julia can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, visiting nurse, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Julia was hired by the family of my best friend for hospice care. It was an extremely difficult and exhausting assignment, physically, mentally and emotionally. Julia was nothing short of an angel. Her care and compassion for L was incredible - more than anyone...
Susan L.
Vondell B.
Cranston, RI
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Available For Housekeeping, Meals, Errands, Companionship, Appointments Etc.
5.0
(1)
I have experience 8 years. I've worked with children with special need. I help out with anything that needs to be done. I'm a great cook and clean. The people I worked with I bathe, prepare meals, laundry, house work etc. I am currently the HR Director of a Homecare angency in Warwick, RI.
Vondell can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly recommend. "
Candice M.
Leslie H.
Warwick, RI
$20-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."
Linda W.
4.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...
Astrid can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"I found Astrid to be very personable, easy to work with and trustworthy. Comfortable with and around children, evidently has prior experience and knowledge. Would be a wonderful addition to any family. Very dependable and honest, kind and responsible. Aware of...
Zoe H.
5.0
(4)
Hi, my name is Bri!
I currently work as a teachers assistant and have been working with students with special needs for about 3 years. I am looking for new opportunities to work more intimately with families outside the classroom! I have CPR and First Aid training as well as reliable transportation. I am trained in various...
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I worked with Bri while she was a one-on-one aide to a student in my classroom, and I could not recommend her enough. Bri was loving and helpful to her student, but also held high expectations. The transformation with said student was incredible to see, with the...
Care member
Neliy S.
Manville, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.
5.0
"Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!"
Thomas K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kiah and I am a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing. I currently work at a children's hospital, but I have used Care. com throughout high school and college and have cared for 10+ families, as young as 4 months to 16 years old, throughout this time. I would still love to use this to...
Kiah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kiah has been an excellent nanny for my 5 month old. She is very punctual and dependable and has also been able to be flexible with hours. She is very conscientious and attends to detail, as I leave a lot of instructions! My baby loves to play with Kiah, and she is...
Becca L.
Angelica A.
Providence, RI
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Hospice Services. I can also do care for special needs and disabilities.
Angelica can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, meal prep, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
Ashley O.
Providence, RI
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Childcare Professional With Over 10 Year's Experience
I have experience with owning my own at home daycare for over 10 years to have now transitioned to full time work in education with special needs children. I have experience from newborn through school age preparing meals, light cleaning, diaper changes, bathing, reading, playtime, and overall TLC. I'm easygoing, a people...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Jazmyn B.
East Providence, RI
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience and a nanny field, along with working in daycare's school settings and early childhood centers. Have worked with all ages from newborn to teens with special needs.
Jazmyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hannah A.
Providence, RI
$18-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
During my first year from high school I worked for people with special needs and I currently care for my grandfather who has Alzheimer's . I love being compassionate and supportive person for whoever.
Hannah can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Kassandra O.
Smithfield, RI
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have worked babysitting and professionally with kids. I love to read and do anything creative. I have an associates degree, where I took many pediatric courses. I have a lot of experience with individuals who are medically fragile, have special needs and behavioral difficulties. I have a background in education and I love to...
Kassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Melissa P.
Hope, RI
$17-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I am a mom to 3 adult sons. As a nurse I have worked with a wide range of children with special needs. I am also a proud much older sister to five younger siblings and absolutely considered the favorite auntie to over 10 little ones!
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Karina T.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a nurturing caregiver with two years of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and positively impacting their lives. My background includes some college coursework in early child development, as well as First Aid and CPR training. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs.
My approach...
Karina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Lynn S.
West Warwick, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Currently a CNA having worked with the elderly population with dementia/Alzheimer's. Previous shift supervisor at a memory care facility. Watching my 2 yr grandson and his special needs younger brother 2 days a week . I'm also a certified medication tech for the last 20 yrs .
Lynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Johnston, RI
Ana A.
5.0
Ana is very attentive and clean. My boys absolutely loved her. My 2 year old has issues with being aggressive and listening but she handles him well. I wish I would've found her sooner! She cooks and provides them with healthy meals and always finds ways to incorporate learning. She is a friendly...
- Kayla D.
Chrystal B.
4.0
Chrystal is extremely dependable. She was always so flexible with our chaotic schedule. When initially talking to her, she was well spoken and very responsive. I could always count on a tidy home when Chrystal was there. She is sweet and kind and would make a wonderful addition to any family.
- Care member
Michele H.
5.0
Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!
- Debra B.
Alana B.
5.0
Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway.
- Care member
Julia T.
5.0
Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring, and highly skilled at all aspects of my mother’s care including all CNA services and homemaking. In addition to her excellent skills in these areas, she was...
- Care member
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