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Special needs caregivers in Saint Helens, OR

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Jasmine T.


Saint Helens, OR

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I have 14 months experience offering direct support to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I've had the privilege of learning to support adults with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism disorders and cognitive and intellectual disabilities. I spent roughly one year supporting children living in shelter...
I have grown up with disabilities in my family, my cousin has Autism and my niece has Down syndrome. When I was in 8th grade until my sophomore year in high school I helped out with Special Olympics and taught them that even though they are a little different doesnt mean they cant have fun and be themselves. I am a medical...
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Christine V.


Saint Helens, OR

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Anytime After 4pm. I Love Kids And Animals

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have dealt with kids with special needs and children of all ages. I love to watch and play with kids. I have never had a child hate me, I make sure that your child is taken care of and entertained. I love to dance and exercise, hang out with friends and family. I am also going to school to be a Medical Assistant! I know how to...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Teresa B.


Saint Helens, OR

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Upbeat Nanny!

I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I am someone who loves the outdoors and believe that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their imagination is...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rebekah C.


Scappoose, OR

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

In-Home Support Professional

I am very passionate about working with individuals with special needs and want to pursue it as a career someday. I'd love to be a life skills or special education teacher. I have my BS in Human Development and Family Science with an emphasis in Human Services. I worked at HomeLife (in Corvallis) that supported young adults with...
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Teresa C.


Rainier, OR

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver

5.0

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I have 5 years of Senior care experience. I can help with Home Care and Meal Preparation and I like animals and I can work Flexible hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. I do have experience with special needs. And I'm available now. And I have experience in dementia and I would like to work in the night.
Teresa can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"We’ve had Teresa multiple times and she was wonderful. She made meals for my mom and took very good care of her. I would highly recommend her. "

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Tara H.


Hillsboro, OR

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello fellow parents! I recently had to say goodbye to a beautiful family that I worked with for almost 5 years. I'm looking for a full-time, long term position with a new family, and hoping to make connections and build strong bonds. I've been in childcare for 25 years, and a parent myself for almost 18. I'm experienced and...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Tara is absolutely fantastic. She has been our "go-to" caregiver for our 3 year old and 10 month for this last year and I could not be happier. She is always on time and ready to jump in to assist with the chaos as my husband and I get out the door. The kids adore...

Nadia P.

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Ashley L.


Vancouver, WA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ashley, I am currently a Home Care Aide working with the ederly. I have around 11 years of experience in childcare, caring for children ranging from newborn to 16-years-old. I have worked with children with special needs as well as children with allergies. I believe the earlier years are very important for a...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Ashley was wonderful, it was my first time using a sitter that wasn't family and she made the process so easy. Our daughter loved her and asked when she can come back again. "

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Lisa T.


Vancouver, WA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an occupational therapist with over 30 years experience. As an OT my job is to help people be as independent as possible in their daily activities. I currently work full time in the school district with children. I am available for special needs care on weekends, holidays, evenings, and summers. Occasional/back up care is...
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Kayana F.


Rainier, OR

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Play And Loving Limits

I'm Kayana, and I have been working with kids ever since I can remember. I have five younger siblings- the oldest is 23, and the youngest is seven, so I have lots of experience with kids of all ages. I started as a camp counselor when I was 15, & have since moved up to a leadership position there. I was a gymnastics coach for...
Kayana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kayana is wonderful. My son absolutely loves playing with her and she is amazing at dreaming up activities that are fun and educational. She has also taken him out to the beach, to Hoodoo and even to OMSI. Although she has gone out and about I can attest to her...

Nikki M.

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Melissa R.


Hillsboro, OR

$16-29/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Experienced Nanny And Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello future families! May/June start. I am an experienced loving reliable nanny, waiting to meet my next family! I'm very patient, nurturing, health and safety conscious. I strive to care for children and their families in the utmost collaborative way and value. I love to turn every opportunity into an educational moment at...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa is great with my 5 mo preemie son (understands developmental milestones, is gentle with him and he loves that), is one of the most reliable nannies I've worked with, is patient and flexible with me, and is conscious of baby's health and illness prevention...

Kayanna W.

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Lisa T.


Vancouver, WA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist Available For Senior Care/Special Needs/Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an occupational therapist with over 30 years experience working with seniors(dementia, stroke, hip fractures/replacements, COPD, brain injuries) and children with special needs(autism, adhd, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities). As an OT my job is to help people be as independent as possible in their daily activities. I...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Lisa worked for us for 5 months before we had to move my wife into a nursing home. She was amazing! Compassionate, creative, fun. She was amazing helping my wife to be as independent as possible, and in in making adaptations to keep her active and engaged. Would...

Marlow M.

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Maddi H.


Vancouver, WA

$20-28/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced, creative, and active full time nanny. I am looking to provide care for a family in the Vancouver/Portland area. I emphasize child lead activities, plenty of outdoor adventure time, and hands on learning. I am exceptionally patient and excel in communication with children. I work alongside the family and...
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Brittany H.


Ridgefield, WA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hey there! I have lots of experience working with all sorts of individuals with intellectual disabilities. I'm also a Para Eductor at a local school so I work with these folks for a living! I also have a vast knowledge of skilled nursing so I'm very comfortable working the hoyer and assisting with more personal needs. Reach...
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Erika K.


Vancouver, WA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Erika. I have been working as a CNA for 3 years and currently work at the hospital. I received my bachelors degree in 2020 and am now looking to get my bachelors of science in nursing, while in the meantime working in child care. I am trained in first aid, BLS, and have experience taking care of special needs. I am...
Erika can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

Hello there, My name is Angelica C. I've been a caregiver for 5 years now. Prior to caregiving I worked for a couple of different positions (Customer service, Grade school, Hospital) in which I learned a lot from! I then transitioned into a caregiver Full-time, I've found that helping those in need is what I'm meant to do/grow...
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Hannah K.


Hillsboro, OR

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse (Peds/HomeHealth)

I am a registered pediatric nurse looking to help out some kiddos who are in need of special care & higher levels of care!
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Lora T.


Vancouver, WA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I live in Mesa. I have an active LVN license out of California with 30 plus years of experience in special needs, pediatrics, emergency room, hospital care, school nursing and senior care. My current client will be moving so I am looking for my next adventure. I love working with infants, toddlers and children. I have...
Lora can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cheyene A.


Vancouver, WA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Cheyene, I have been in home Care since 2013. I have my HCA and NAR license with nurse delegation. I have worked and been trained with people whom have developmental disabilities and other associated needs. I really enjoy being a home care aid and bringing joy to others.
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Lisa T.


Vancouver, WA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

I am the mother of two adult sons, who have been successfully launched! My oldest son is a nuclear engineer in the Navy and my youngest son is an ICU nurse at the Mayo clinic. I work full time as a pediatric occupational therapist in the school district with children with special needs. I am trained in child development and have...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Helens, OR

Teresa C.

5.0

Teresa helped take care of our mom for around a year. She was very knowledgeable and professional. She worked with hospice towards the end. My mom got along with Teresa. Teresa understood that working with dementia patients can be very difficult. She helped our family tremendously and I highly...

- Jestin J.

Tara H.

5.0

Tara is absolutely fantastic. She has been our "go-to" caregiver for our 3 year old and 10 month for this last year and I could not be happier. She is always on time and ready to jump in to assist with the chaos as my husband and I get out the door. The kids adore her and the house is always in...

- Nadia P.

Ashley L.

5.0

She was so amazing! She played games with both girls and was so nice! This was our first time hiring someone to come To our house to watch our kids so We were a bit wary, just being a worry wart lol But Ashley was phenomenal, the girls had fun and asked when she can come back. Would recommend A++

- Care member

Kayana F.

5.0

Kayana was so wonderful with my 3 year old. She's engaging and fun. She was a camp counselor for a number of years and my daughter loved learning some camp songs! She's also been a youth gymnastics coach for a number of years, and my daughter was so excited to show me her forward roll after working...

- Lindsey G.

Melissa R.

5.0

Melissa is great with my 5 mo preemie son (understands developmental milestones, is gentle with him and he loves that), is one of the most reliable nannies I've worked with, is patient and flexible with me, and is conscious of baby's health and illness prevention as well. You'll be happy you hired...

- Kayanna W.

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