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Mckenzy G.


Ottawa, KS

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

CNA

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Hi y'all! I am a certified nurse aide I've worked in memory care for other up to 13 residents per house, a traumatic brain injury unit with up to 30 people, and COF for adults with mental disabilities up to 8-10 people per home. I am CPR AED and first aide certified through Red Cross for adults, children and infants. As a CNA I...
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Mckenzy G.


Ottawa, KS

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

CNA

Hi all! I'm a certified nurse aide I have worked in memory care in a care home setting with a many as 13 people to a home, a traumatic brain unit with 30 people in that unit in a hospital, and for COF as a direct support professional for adults with special needs with 8-10 people per home my role pertained to basic caregiving...
Mckenzy can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

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Allison R.


Lawrence, KS

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

20+ Year Experience Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Over 20 years experience working in personal care as well as vocational and individual living skills training.
5.0
"I have known Allison for 10 years and I was her supervisor for about 3 of those years. Allison develops strong, positive relationships with individuals quickly and easily. She is respectful and responsible. Allison has an easy-going attitude and a wonderful...

Kelly M.

I have grown to be passionate about caring for and working with families and children with a wide range of special situations.
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Sabrina C.


Lawrence, KS

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Sabrina

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate childcare professional with experience as a nanny, camp counselor, and gymnastics coach. I enjoy creating fun and educational environments for children through activities like themed crafts, games, and outdoor adventures. As a nanny, I provided specialized care for a child with special needs, tailoring...
Sabrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maggie S.


Lawrence, KS

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced and Caring Babysitter

Growing up with an autistic brother has allowed me to work with and around all of the challenges that a special needs child can offer. Along with living with and experiencing a sibling on the Autism Spectrum for 18 years, I have worked with blind and deaf children, as well as those with ADD and ADHD. Through my experiences, I...
I am looking for a nanny position starting August 2021. For the last year, I have worked with a few different families & led them through virtual school during the Covid shutdown, but I have been a nanny for several years. I have experience working with kids with ASD, ADD, anxiety, & speech delay. I know basic ASL. I volunteered...
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Paula A.


Lawrence, KS

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Paula

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Paula and I would love to care for your loved one. I can do laundry, reminder of meds, feed, dress, bathe, pretty much I can help with anything.

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