Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Oak Lawn, IL

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Paramedic For Special Needs

Hello! My name is Cass and I have been a paramedic for 8 years now. I have experience with helping clients with all types of medical conditions in the physical, psychiatric, and emotional areas.

My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques. Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...

Ikechi N.

$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Care Specialist.

I like caring for people with special needs because of my passion and delight in seeing people happy through my efforts. One thing you should know about me is I am strong and hardworking. My skills include driving, cleaning and personal support.

Anuta F.

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Professional Caregiver

I have got 18 years of experience in caregiving I am a very kind person polite, gentle, well mannered lady and looking to start the job as soon as possible. Nights shifts preferred. Second priority is day shift. Thank you

Liliya H.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Im a mother grow in my own 3 children . I have background in the midwife I have experience 20+ .. I have experience in special need experience in children and adults. Lead weakly assessments . Prepare fresh meals, introduce to new foods. Fostering independence and skills development. . Created educational learning and interest...

Eman E.

$21-24/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a recent graduate with my masters in Speech-Language a pathology, with over 400 clinical hours working with children and adults with special needs. I have experience with behavioral management, socio-emotional support, and just providing fun activities to keep your child(ren) engaged. Let's talk!

Eman can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel

Skills:

CPR

Meghan D.

$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care Helper!

I am a fun, caring, professional and helpful individual. I have worked in the education field for the last 5 years with children ages 3-6. I have experience with special needs (Autistic) children, and children ages 2-15. I am a paraprofessional during the day as my full time career and am looking for additional income on the...

Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

Amanda T.

$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp

Experienced & Educated With Flexible/PT Hours

Hi, I'm Amanda! I'm 27 years old with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work. My previous work experience has included providing social-emotional activities with children and teens in the school setting. I also have worked with infants and children with special needs. I love working with kids of...

Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance

Ausra V.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Oak Lawn

I have 15 years of experience in a health care setting. In Lithuania (where I came from) I worked in a hospital of mental diseases, as an attendant for 5 years. I was taking care of mentally ill patients, most of them were seniors. I am a compassionate, caring, patient and kind health care provider. I also organized and...

Kathleen M.

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Seniors

I have over 8 years of experience working in the field of in home and assisted living with seniors, specializing in individuals with special needs. I have a BSW degree, I work as a full time certified QIDP case manager during business hours. I am seeking part time work on the weekends and evenings to help those in the community...

Kathleen can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning & more

Cassie J.

Alsip, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.

Cassie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0

"Cassie has been a reliable and caring after school sitter for us."

Lauren O.

Keesha H.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Caregiver And Nanny

4.3

(6)

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving mother of four fantastic individuals, one with special needs. I have 20 plus years of playing/interacting with children. I love playing games and reading with children. I have numerous years of experience working with children of all ages and many disabilities. Previously employed by Chicago Public Schools as a bus...

Keesha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Like many excellent caregivers, Keesha is patient and kind. She is creative and enters into my autistic son's imaginary world and builds it with him. She accommodates his mood changes, but still insists he do what she asks (put away dirty dishes, etc), but what...

Virginia C.

Maria C.

$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Looking For A New Private Client.

5.0

(1)

Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...

5.0

"Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with dementia, had become difficult to deal with. Maria had truly...

Andrei U.

Kimberly J.

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

This Is My Passion

5.0

(12)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...

Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"Ms. J. will care for you child like they are her own. She has a heart of gold and being a care taker is her ministry. She will go above and beyond to ensure the patient or individual get the proper care they need. She has integrity and is selfless. If you can trust...

Brandy J.

Alexis S.

Berwyn, IL

$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...

Jasmyn B.

Justice, IL

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver With Plenty Of Experience

5.0

(4)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 2-year-old babygirl and I'm only interested in occasional evening or weekend gigs. I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 23-year-old son with special needs for the past 6 years and I enjoy it immensely. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a...

5.0

"Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made my entire families life easier and more pleasant."

Tracy V.

Virginija S.

Willowbrook, IL

$21-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

5.0

(1)

Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....

5.0

"Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended "

Care member

Magdalena N.

Orland Park, IL

$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Interactive Nanny

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...

Magdalena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no fault of hers) but it seems a family would be so lucky...

Kimberly C.

Ariel Z.

$23-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! At my daily job, I work with special needs kids from the ages of 2-6. I am also a big sister to six siblings. I have two sets of twins in my family whose ages range from one month to 9 years old. I have experience working with kids up to the ages of 16. I worked previously as a lifeguard and swim instructor so I am First Aid...

Ariel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"This is my family's first time hiring a someone that is not family to care for our children. Ariel was amazing she was punctual. She helped out with potty training. She did arts and crafts and played various games with both kids. They also all cuddled on the sofa...

Charity H.

Cassie J.

Alsip, IL

$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

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