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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint James, 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 Saint James, NY

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Matthew F.


Kings Park, NY

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Special Needs Community

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I have years of experience as a DSP for the special needs community. In addition I am a licensed physical therapist asst and a certified yoga instructor.
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Patrick G.


Northport, NY

$19-50/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Companion/assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over a year and a half of experience from working at Queens Centers for Progress as a Pre-vocational Specialist helping adults with disabilities learn work skills for future employment by volunteering in the community.
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Alexis A.


Centereach, NY

$20-25/hr

Direct Support Professional

Hello! I'm 25, and my name is Alexis. I am a outgoing and patient. I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for 4 years-taking care of multiple individuals in their own home. Feeding, bathing, and participating in activities. I am studying for social work/occupational therapy.
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Vanessa R.


Holtsville, NY

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Nurse

My name is Vanessa and I am 26 years old. I am an LPN have been practicing for about five years. All my experience is in pediatrics from children a few days old up to early 20's. I am CPR AED and first aid certified. Currently I am looking for a part-time position with a family.
I have babysat professionally for quite some time along with being a CPR certified, BLS certified, and am a EM, who has worked with special needs children, along with having been the head of medical staff for multiple summer camps. I have three kids in my own ranging from teenager to new born, so I am great with kids of all...
Bryanna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an enthusiastic 32-year-old nanny with over 16 years of experience working with children of all ages from infants to the bigger ones :-) . I worked at the Cross Island YMCA as a swim instructor for toddlers, ran the YMCA special needs camp, and worked as an ABA therapist over the years. I am CPR and First Aid certified....
Andrea can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Bridget R.


Northport, NY

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

I have experience with special needs child. My nephew is autistic, limited verbally. I have spent a lot of time with him throughout his life. He is currently 15yrs old.
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Kaitlin S.


Centereach, NY

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Teachers Assistant!

Hi! My name is Kaitlin and I'm a special education teacher's assistant! I'm currently attending college to get my special education teaching degree. I've worked with many different children and teens on the spectrum for many years. I have over 5 years of nannying and babysitting experience as well. Please feel free to ask me any...
I have experience with people with special needs, I work for a company where take care of people with special needs and help shower, feed and do everyday activities with them.
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Yvette B.


Coram, NY

$26-40/hr3 yrs exp

Private Or Medicaid Home Care Provider

I'm available to work on the east end of Long Island, I have a broad home care background with 20+ years of experience. I'm comfortable with children and seniors. ** Lifting with supportive devices only** I'm looking forward to enhancing the quality of your life.
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Chris L.


Coram, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

My experience and drive with caring for the special needs population derived from my close relationship to my best friends' brother. Helping him with daily activities and more importantly building a friendship drove me to work in this field and start my career at Maryhaven Center of Hope. I worked at Maryhaven for several...
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Patricia I.


Selden, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Patty and I'm a mother, grandmother, and entrepreneur that is passionate about helping others. As the mother of an adult child with special needs, I bring years of hands-on experience caring for children with and without physical impairments, and my previous work as a home care aide for an individual with...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katherine D.


Lake Grove, NY

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I am a recent college graduate and certified special education teacher. I just completed a full year of student teaching. I have worked with children with autism, cerebral palsy, learning disabled, and emotionally disturbed children, etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Brittney. I am graduate of St. Joseph's University where I obtained my my B. A. in Speech Communications with a concentration in speech pathology. Previous to that I attended Suffolk County Community College where I received my A. S. in Early Childhood education. While I have a well versed background in working...
Brittney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

Hello, I'm Lisa . I'm committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children under my care. Safety, diligence, patience and first aid trained are just a few priorities of mine. I can assess certain situations swiftly courtesy of my flight attendant position many years ago before I had children. I have two grown...
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Natasha B.


Smithtown, NY

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Flexible Weekend & Fill-In Caregiver Available For As-Needed Childcare

I'm a friendly and creative caregiver passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. With experience caring for toddlers to preteens, I'm comfortable with up to three children. I believe in clear communication with parents, providing regular updates via text or phone, and following household rules. I enjoy...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Maria K.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I have experience with special needs children and cared for a autistic boy for several years. On a fill in basis, I also care for a special needs adults. My past experience includes working and caring for a disabled patient for 4 Years and was paid by Workers Compensation Unit with the NY Transit Authority.
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Stacey C.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$28-30/hr2 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Unexpectedly, I had to take care of an extended family member. With minimal experience, I learned to bring her back to Health I had to advocate for a woman with special needs. Know when to call an ambulance. Know when to call a Doctor Know when an attorney was needed for being declined for a rehab! Wrapping it with her coming...
Stacey can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
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Kristen C.


Islandia, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Fun And Professional

I have 10+ years of experience in child care and healthcare. I have been taking care of multiple children independently since I was 12 years old. I have a nephew who I have frequently cared for since birth. I am comfortable with children of all ages and very well experienced with all newborn/infant needs. I love to have fun with...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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John F.


Bohemia, NY

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

CTRS Looking For Position

I have been working in Child Care for over 4 years and have had many recreational positions. I graduated from Saint Josephs College with honors in Therapeutic Recreation and have internship skills. I have superior organizational skills and can redirect children if need be.

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