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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lancaster, PA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lancaster, PA

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Caroline L.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...
5.0
"I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks...

Kari W.

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Lisa Q.


Lancaster, PA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Hello ALL!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lisa! I am a 41-year-old married, mother of 1 adult daughter, who is off at College now. I am already currently working with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities. But only part-time. So, I am looking to help others as well!! Please let me know what help you or your loved one needs, and I'll let you know if I can...
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Mirtelina I.


Lancaster, PA

$22-30/hr9 yrs exp

Loving & Caring Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi Parents! I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care. Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for two part time jobs or a full time job with some...
Mirtelina can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them and plays with them, constantly active with them. "

Kelvin L.

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Mary W.


Lancaster, PA

$15-26/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Outdoor-loving, Baking Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mary and I am a kind, loving, and patient babysitter who is open to new situations to best help family's specific needs. I started my childcare career at a very young age, with three children, two of whom have special needs; I worked for this family for three years until they moved out of town. Since then I...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on...

Barbara D.

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Cassidy P.


Lancaster, PA

$16-21/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

In life, everyone deserves to be treated with care and compassion regardless of what challenges they may be presented with. Most of us were born with your basic set of abilities, but others are not so fortunate. However, this should never take away from the respect they're entitled to. I enjoy caring for those in need, because...
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Nancy K.


Lancaster, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fulltime Caregiver

I have been a care giver for more than 20 years. I have experience working at home, nursing home and hospital settings. I love caring for people who need help in their daily needs. I am currently working at UPMC litiz hospital and looking for a 1:1 job. I am well experienced and love my job. You will never regret if you give me...
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Kylie S.


Lancaster, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I love working with kids of all abilities. Over the summer I worked for the IU13 ESY program in an autistic support classroom. I also have worked with students on varying ends of the spectrum and other diagnoses through my internship with a school district. I am passionate about helping kids.
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Kassandra W.


Lancaster, PA

$14-23/hr8 yrs exp

Bachelors In Applied Disability Studies

Hi, I have my bachelors in applied disability studies. I am proficient in feedings (my child has one). I have worked with everything from cerebral palsy, .
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Alexis H.


Lancaster, PA

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional/BHT

In the past few years I've worked primarily in disability and behavior support both as a direct support professional and as a behavioral health technician! I am honored to do this work and currently looking to add some more hours to my schedule.
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Leeanne A.


Lancaster, PA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Life Is Meant To Be Lived

I want to help you live your Best life! I have worked and have experience with folks of all ages and abilities. I'm old enough to have wisdom and young enough to still know how to play!
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Lillian K.


Lancaster, PA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Lillian I am currently a college student. I have a little brother with special needs. I have also volunteered which is a summer camp for kids with special needs. And I have also volunteered which is a soccer team for kids with special needs.
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Victoria R.


Lancaster, PA

$17-19/hr2 yrs exp

Client Care Coordinator

Right now I am currently a client care coordinator at a company that takes care of elderly and adults with intellectual disabilities. I have a large range of different disabilities that I have personally worked with. Any references or interest in training I have done please feel free to ask.
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Jesse C.


Lancaster, PA

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

I have over 5 years of combined experience working in different health care settings including live-in private care, groups homes, and caregiving agencies. I am a certified CNA and have had many ongoing hours of training in the field. I have worked as a personal caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cognitive, and...
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Phoebe R.


Lancaster, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) implementing behavioral therapy with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and will be resigning from my position in April to pursue a graduate's degree in social work this summer. I went to a Montessori school growing up who's key values were to respect others,...
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Nathalie R.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

For several years, I worked in and out of schools, home, camps and clinics , nursing home from infants to the elder my passion. my specialty , and where I specialize most is in the autistic / special needs world, I am currently a registered behavioral technician who is looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing...
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Sarah G.


Lancaster, PA

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/nanny/special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am 32 years old! My current family is moving to Philadelphia this summer so I am looking for a new wonderful family to work with/for! I am looking for a full time or part time nanny position! I will give you some background information to see if I would be a good fit for you and your child! I...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Gracious M.


Lancaster, PA

$23-30/hr5 yrs exp

Empathetic & Loving Caretaker!

I have 5+ years of experience professionally! I am also an oldest daughter in a family of 10 and have plenty of experience with care there. I have a background working with special needs--particularly children with downs. I graduated from Southern Virginia University with a degree in Theatre and a concentration in Vocal Studies...
Gracious can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

For several years, I worked in and out of schools, home, camps and clinics from infants to teenagers. Kids are my passion but my specialty , and where I specialize most is in the autistic / special needs world.. I'm looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing the thing I love and make a difference on some more...
Nathalie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jesse C.


Lancaster, PA

$22-40/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hello. My name is Jesse and I am a 41-year-old male with over 3 years of experience working with a Senior with special needs in a home setting. My care included feeding, bathing, and helping administer his medication. The individual I cared for suffered from a stroke and was confined to a bed and a motorized wheelchair, so bed...
Jesse can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

I'm a positive, supportive, encouraging caregiver for all ages and nearly all diagnoses. I am not a nurse but have an allied health and human service background. Specialties I've worked in: communication disorders (audiology), ABA with autistic children, chronic and severe mental illness, adult/teen psychiatric treatment, and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lancaster, PA

Caroline L.

5.0

I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks include assistance with transfers using...

- Kari W.

Mirtelina I.

5.0

Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them and plays with them, constantly active with them.

- Kelvin L.

Mary W.

5.0

Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on her breaks. We were so happy she came...

- Barbara D.

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Ratings for Lancaster, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lancaster, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.