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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Poughkeepsie, NY

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Glenn S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Autistic Support Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 24 years of experience , working with individuals with autism and emotional disabilities. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Assistive Technology/AAC. I also have 8 years experience as a private caregiver of adults aged 30-80 . I am skilled in creating daily scheduling for SDS individuals. I...
5.0
"We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities and also being a companion for him. Glenn is very trust-worthy, consistent, hardworking, kind, and dedicated. He is also a...

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Megan D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Certified

I have been in this field for 15 years. I am a CNA. I work with the elderly, mentally ill adults/ children, and children with disabilities. I can provide excellent references. What I love most about working in this field is being able to be a part of working with someone to reach the persons full potential. I am patient, soft...
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Christine S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Christine was the only child care provider that we interviewed and we knew right at that time that we would hire her and that she would take care of our 2-month-old just like we would. The baby loves her and looks forward to when Christine comes to care for her....

Jim B.

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Whitneyfer A.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28-44/hr8 yrs exp

Creative Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.
Whitneyfer can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Whitneyfer is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our kids. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest and trustworthy. She was amazing with my children. You truly can't ask for more. She was a lifesaver to me!! She is the best, I recommend...

Jessica Z.

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Clementina B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter

I have worked with special needs children for about 13 years and I feel I am more than qualified to care for them. I have worked with autistic children for about the same amount of time. I would be interested in teaching life skills like taking them to the store, going to the mall to shop, going to pay bills, writing checks,...
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Alithia O.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and Caring Caregiver with College Degree in Human Services

I am a compassionate and caring woman with over 14 years of experience in caring for the disabled and handicapped individuals. I have 5 years experience in caring for children with special needs including diabetics, ADHD, children with g-tubes, and children who are wheelchair bound. I have a background in the medical and human...
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Tasha C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

DSP/ CAREGIVER

My name is Tasha. I am currently working in a Center For Autism I also work I also work with dementia patient for years I love taking care of others and I do it to the best of my abilities.
I'm a caring and compassionate caregiver with respect for our all my clients. I have my own transportation and I don't smoke. I provide personal care, companionship, transitional care, Alzheimer's care, medication reminders, transportation assistant, light housekeeping, laundry, and nutrition management. As a nursing assistant,...
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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
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Briana B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced ASD Caregiver

I like caring for people with special needs because I understand them. I am also passionate about advocating and caring for people with specials needs who are unable to care or advocate for themselves. In my spare time, I like to build legos and watch college basketball My skills include advocacy, autonomy and dedication.
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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Educational Assistant

I work at a day program and boarding private school for individuals with autism spectrum disorder aged 8-28. I am an education assistant and a 1:1 aide. I assist my student (if residential) with ADLs, assist during meals, support and work directly with the teacher and student through the entire school day in completing work,...
In 10th grade, I started working at SNACK, an afterschool and weekend activity center for kids and teens with ASD and other mental disabilities. We had different classes ranging from soccer and basketball to music and yoga. I also worked as a full-time nanny for a 2-year-old girl with mental and physical disabilities. I learned...
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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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Karine R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

All Around Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a caring, fun, loving and compassionate caregiver/nursing aide. I've cared for children, teens, adults and seniors on a medical and non-medical levels for over 20 years. I've held a title as a sitter, a direct support professional (DSP), and a geriatric aide. As a sitter I've ensured the safety and well-being of the...
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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...
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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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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!
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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Kimberly C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I am an RN graduate from Dutchess Community College. I am from New York and worked as a cardiology registered nurse full time for the past 7 years where I am currently still employed. I am a very caring compassionate nurse and I want to be able to help out patients and their families by stepping in to care for your loved one.
Hi Families! I'm Tracey a 22-year-old college graduate. I just graduated in may WooHoo! Majored in Biology and Psychology! Over the years I've had experience in many different fields ranging from working with mentality disabled children to also becoming a certified CNA! I worked at a nursing home for the summer then went on and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Poughkeepsie, NY

Glenn S.

5.0

We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities and also being a companion for him. Glenn is very trust-worthy, consistent, hardworking, kind, and dedicated. He is also a wonderful communicator so from day 1,...

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Christine S.

5.0

Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our often shy child took to Christine immediately, thrived in her attention and now asks regularly when Christine can come back :-) If we ever need...

- Nirupama R.

Whitneyfer A.

5.0

Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art projects with my little one. Truly amazing!

- Katherine F.

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Ratings for Poughkeepsie, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.