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Paula P.


Lamar, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Aide And Companion

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I have been a therapeutic foster parent of a beautiful little 4-year-old girl. Her emotional needs were many as she had suffered neglect and abuse. I was certified in special needs children mainly from the psychological angle. I later became a direct care staff worker at a non profit children's home for abandoned and abused...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, personal care, dementia & more
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CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

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