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Jewel D.


Lykens, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Behavioral Needs Care

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I currently work in elementary special education with children with behavioral needs and have pervious experience as well. I am CPI, first aid, and CPR certified. I am currently studying to eventually become a child therapist specializing in behavior.
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Elisha S.


Lykens, PA

$13/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Elisha I am 21 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 11. I have helped in special needs classes as well as different classes in an elementary school. I am CPR/first aid trained as well as diabetic trained. I was previously a med tech at a nursing home. I love children and pets! I have my own...
Elisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kristina H.


Annville, PA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

FT Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working in human services since 2000. I began with geriatric care and have extensive experience with individuals with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's and Stroke care. I transitioned into special needs care and have become a Medication Administration Trainer through the Department of Human Services. I am First Aid...
Kristina can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"She is a caring individual who goes above and beyond to make sure not only the patient but the family have everything they need. She was a god send to me when my father was sick and dying and also when my grandmother was sick and dying."

Debbie Y.

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Kristina H.


Annville, PA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Medication Administration Trainer Through DHS With Over 10 Years Experience

I have been working in human services since 2000. I began with geriatric care and have extensive experience with individuals with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's and Stroke care. I transitioned into special needs care and have become a Medication Administration Trainer through the Department of Human Services. I am First Aid...
5.0
"She is timely and professional. A truly compassionate individual who will go out of her way to make her clients comfortable. Will do any job necessary and even helps with cleaning and organizing around the household if needed. She is 150% client focused and I know...

Jessica M.

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Kayleigh H.


Sunbury, PA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience working with special needs of a wide variety and have been around babies, children and pets my whole life. I have CPR/AED, First Aid and blood borne pathogens certifications.
Kayleigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amanda F.


Harrisburg, PA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as kind, loving and compassionate. I'm looking for a job that utilizes and builds upon my nursing and caregiving skills. In my spare time, I like to travel and spend time with my husband, children and 4 dogs. One thing you should know about me is I'll care for you and treat you the same way I'd...
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Jennifer I.


Middleburg, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Overnight Care For Children(any Ages), Elderly And/ Or Special Needs Individuals

I am offering overnight care for children(any ages), elderly and/ or special needs individuals. I am a mother of three children, K - 20yrs, B - 19yrs and J - 16yrs. I am also a Grandmother to an amazing granddaughter, Z, who will soon be 2 yrs old. I owned and operated my a licensed in-home daycare for 7 yrs. I also worked at...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care
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Kristina H.


Annville, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Circumstances Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kristi. If your looking at my bio it means you need help. Maybe you just need a few hours to go to the store? Maybe you need to get back to work. I am 40 and have been in the Human Services field for over 15 years, working with a broad range of clients. Did you know by the year 2030 the amount of older adults...
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Michelle H.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

One of my favorite jobs ever was taking care of a young lady who had autism. I prepared her meals, helped her with crafts, puzzles and books. We would dance, go for walks, picnics, paint her nails and assist her with household chores like laundry and dishes. I loved her and she loved me. I would have stayed at that job forever...
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Dorothy A.


Harrisburg, PA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver Available

I started caring for children as a teenager babysitting part-time after school and on weekends. Over the years, I have cared for children from newborn to school age and I am comfortable with children of all ages (0 - 12). I am 61 yrs. old and African American. I have my own transportation and live in Lower Paxton Township,...
Dorothy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Jennifer I.


Middleburg, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Overnight Care To Children(any Age), Elderly And/or Special Needs Individuals

I am offering overnight care for children(any ages), elderly and/ or special needs individuals. I am a mother of three children, K - 20yrs, B - 19yrs and J - 16yrs. I am also a Grandmother to an amazing granddaughter, Z, who will soon be 2 yrs old. I owned and operated my a licensed in-home daycare for 7 yrs. I also worked at...
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Jennifer I.


Middleburg, PA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Overnight Care For Children(any Ages), Elderly And/ Or Special Needs Individuals

I am offering overnight care for children(any ages), elderly and/ or special needs individuals. I am a mother of three children, K - 20yrs, B - 19yrs and J - 16yrs. I am also a Grandmother to an amazing granddaughter, Z, who will soon be 2 yrs old. I owned and operated my a licensed in-home daycare for 7 yrs. I also worked at...
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Nola C.


Middleburg, PA

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hi parents! I am 20 years old and I have 4 years of experience babysitting. I can help with light housekeeping, crafts, as well as transportation. I am comfortable with there being pets, multiple children, and am able to work with special needs children. I am licensed to be a paraeducator, interned in an elementary school, and...
Nola can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

When I was 14 years old, a neighbor's child was diagnosed with a heart condition. The mother and father would never even entertain the fact of letting anyone babysit her. One day I asked if I could see the new baby and when I did all the wires and tubes, then machines beeping did not overwhelm me. The father was surprised, and...

Cecelia C.


Elysburg, PA

$11-16/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Multiple years of childcare experience. I love pets! I love to garden and do light housework. I'm on the Dean's List at college and am willing to help with homework. I have experience with special needs children, and love to engage kids' creativity and intellect.
Cecelia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping

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