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Find special needs caregivers in New Paltz, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Paltz, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in New Paltz, NY

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Allison Y.


Ulster Park, NY

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

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I am very kind, laid back, responsible, and calm in all situations. I care about every patient or family, special needs, I work with and am flexible with my schedule. I do 24 hour emergency calls for anything you may need. When I work for you I treat your family like my family. Thank you so much! I really hope you'll consider me...
I have worked with children and adults that have disabilities for over 18 years. It has become my passion. I feel you have to have an extreme amount of patience and a special kind of heart to work with someone who fully depends on you for assistance with completing daily tasks. I always go above and beyond to make sure the...
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Briana B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

With 10 years of experiencing in working with children, and focus on working with special needs children. I bring a lot of experience with working with infants-pre teens.
Briana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Teresa S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurses Assistant

Hi my name is Teresa I've been an CNA for 20 plus years, I've worked with all types of clients, dementia, combative, u name it I've done it, I can do insulin, cook, clean, run errands, take to doctors appointments, are just go for a walk... as long as it doesn't hurt the client we can enjoy each other.... I love what I do I'm...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ana. I have over 20 years of experience working as a nanny with children ages ranging from newborns to preteens including a child with special needs. I have great work ethics, positive outlook on life and warm personality. I am very patient with children mainly, because I love working with them and therefore I...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
I have worked both in my own family and for others with a wide variety of special needs and disabilities. I actually helped my single mother raise my younger brother who suffered from disabilities since a very young age. I have work in home and in facilities with the elderly and disabled, with both short term rehabilitation or...
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Tracy N.


Highland, NY

$21/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! I have taken care of a 5-year-old, non-verbal, young boy who has Autism. I offer positive reinforcement with potty training, verbalizing wants/needs, I do bath time, dinner, and pick-up from school. I never had cared of someone of special needs before, which made the experience so much more special and unique to me. I am...
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Chauvelle L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive And Compassionate

I have been in Healthcare for 9 years in which I have worked with every demographic. Newborn to end-of-life care. In the early part of my career, I was a personal care aide, during this time I cared for persons with disabilities and special needs. Currently, I work in the Emergency room so I still encounter patients with special...
Chauvelle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Brittany M.


Hyde Park, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! :) I'm Brittany! I am 33 years old and have worked with children for 15 years on and off. I'm an animal lover and non smoker, I have experience with children of all ages including twins and children with special needs! I love reading, crafts and playing outside. I believe that children are never giving us a hard time. They...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ann E.


Hyde Park, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Nurse and mother of 4 grown children looking for a part time position taking care of your family members. Presently I work full time as a nurse 8-4 p.m. with adults with special needs and the elderly. I have 3 grand children and am great with babies and small children. I am looking for some more hours to fill my week and...
Ann can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia
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Sarah P.


High Falls, NY

$24-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a direct support professional for 20 years. I am available to help support your child or loved one to be as happy and independent as possible.
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Lea L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

I have great experience in taking care and watching over kids. My cousins would ask me to baby sit for their kids while they are away. Furthermore, I have also worked with children with special needs as a Physical Therapist back when I was in the Philippines!
Lea can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Josephine O.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm A Quiet Person But Fun When I Speak

I'm outgoing, friendly and quick learner I like caring for people with special needs because I have done it for 3 years I'm looking for a job that creates a difference in people's lives especially those with developmental disabilities I started caring for people with special needs when 2022 March 15th In my spare time, I...
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Keyondrah M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Nanny

I am aware of the challenges in hiring someone who hasn't had much experience working specifically with neurodivergent kids or kids with developmental delays. Fortunately, this is my area of expertise! For the past four years, I've been a behavioral nanny, and I'm currently learning more!
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Victoria B.


Hyde Park, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

My name is Tori! I am a CNA currently, But I have an extensive background in various aspects of the care field. I have been in the care field for the past 10 plus years, with my first experiences in 2003 working with disabled adults. I have worked with individuals with special needs of all ages, from children to our elderly...
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Nadine F.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nadine

I have 30 years experience providing care for individuals with varying disabilities working at Cardinal Hayes Home For Children. It is a passion of mine to be in this field of service. I consider myself a very compassionate person and I feel satisfied and fulfilled knowing I'm assisting a fellow human being to live a full life
I have been doing my job for over 5 years now and I'm in love I love helping people I'm very social outgoing and on the love I love what I do and hopefully you pick me yo care for you !!
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Megan G.


Highland, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Megan and I am an early career school psychologist. I have worked in day programs, BOCES programs, as well as 12:1+1 through co-taught classes in public schools. I used to do direct support work with students with autism before beginning my full time work at a school district. I have also nannied children for 3...
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Victoria B.


Hyde Park, NY

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

The Best Care Is My Top Priority!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Tori! I am a CNA currently, But I have an extensive background in various aspects of the care field. I have been in the care field for the past 10+ years, with my first experiences in 2003 working with disabled adults. I have worked with individuals with special needs of all ages, from children to our elderly...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Loretta J.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

My Name Is Loretta I Have Been A Pca And Hha For 3 Years Now

Hello my name is Loretta I'm a pca and hha for 3 years now I'm looking for any hours. I just cant handle pills thats my jobs rule anything else I like do like watch for safety make breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack I can bathe give bed bath help to guide with getting dressed I'm great at cleaning.

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