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Jordan W.


Salt Point, NY

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Unique Journey

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I have a deep passion for helping people with special needs. I'm always looking for work that values the individual instead of stereotyping them. I was trained to look deeper to help others seek within to unlock their potential. I've struggled with neurological disorders my whole life, and I never had anyone to teach me how to...
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Kayla F.


Salt Point, NY

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kayla. I'm 25 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I have experience will all ages of children, including infants as young as 4 weeks old. I currently nanny full time for a family in...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jessie B.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 2 Teens And Family Photographer

5.0

(5)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have two children ages 18 and 17 many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past. I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life. I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...
Jessie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play and a gently educational approach. She is kind, funny and warm. From the beginning of her coming to us (six...

Caitlin M.

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Ryan H.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Professional & Special Needs Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an energetic and compassionate professional with 11 years of both behavioral and ABA experience working with a wide range of developmental disabilities in various public and private care settings. 7 of those years I spent working at Anderson Center for Autism assisting individuals with Autism, ED, BD, Downs, and several...
5.0
"If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself...

Kyra S.

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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, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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Shantoy R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-30/hr6 yrs exp

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children who also has special needs and know how to take good care of them
Shantoy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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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...
I'm have worked with children with disabilities for 20 years . Since a child I have been highly passionate for seniors and children with disabilities. I try my best to carry out each patient needs and always consider the family needs and wants also. As I continue my journey in this field my goal is to always be compassionate and...
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Heather O.


Clinton Corners, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Passion For Children Of All Ages

I truly love working with children of all ages and needs. I worked in health and fitness for many years as a youth athletics coach, kids Zumba instructor and CO-program creator for a special needs children's boot camp program. I love anything and everything artistic and creative involving children's activities! Lastly I've spent...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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...
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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Brittany M.


Hyde Park, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! :) I'm Brittany! I am 33 years old and have worked with children for 15 years on and off. I'm an animal lover and non smoker, I have experience with children of all ages including twins and children with special needs! I love reading, crafts and playing outside. I believe that children are never giving us a hard time. They...
Brittany can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ann E.


Hyde Park, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Nurse and mother of 4 grown children looking for a part time position taking care of your family members. Presently I work full time as a nurse 8-4 p.m. with adults with special needs and the elderly. I have 3 grand children and am great with babies and small children. I am looking for some more hours to fill my week and...
Ann can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
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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
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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Clementina B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hi. I am a Teacher Assistant for over 20 years for Dutchess County BOCES. I have experience working with Special Needs children and young adults with Autism. I enjoy working with this population because I feel it is our job as Educators/ care takers to prepare our children for real life by taking them out into the Community and...
Clementina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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.
I have a brother with disabilities he has autism. I've been around people with special needs my whole life. I'm very good with them. I hope I could be the right fit for your family.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salt Point, NY

Jessie B.

5.0

Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play and a gently educational approach. She is kind, funny and warm. From the beginning of her coming to us (six months ago) I have trusted her care...

- Caitlin M.

Ryan H.

5.0

If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself and plans great day trips for them -...

- Kyra S.

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.

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