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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kristina H.


Annville, PA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

FT Caregiver Available

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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, meal prep, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
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"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
"Very kind and compassionate. She has helped me with my mother. Highly recommended!! My mom always looked forward to her visit. "

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Dana L.


Tower City, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Home Health Aide

I am a mother of three, and grandmother of 12. I have taken care of many special needs clients and elderly. I have worked in Nursing Homes for about 10years and Home Health for about15 years. I have done house cleaning, grocery shopping, personal care.
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Kayleigh H.


Sunbury, PA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/sitter

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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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Dana L.


Tower City, PA

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have worked clients whom have had many disabilities. I have worked with children of all ages with disabilities, I have worked in residential housing with clients with IDD, AHD, Seizures, and many physical disabilities.
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Allyssa S.


Mount Carmel, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hi. My name is Allyssa. I have 11 years experience as a home health aide/ caregiver. I also have many many years experience as a babysitter. I am very reliable, flexible, and have excellent references. Thank you! :)
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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & 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...
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping

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