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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Salt Point, NY

The average posted rate is $28/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Salt Point, NY

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Chauvelle L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive And Compassionate

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I have been in Healthcare for 9 years in which I have worked with every demographic. Newborn to end-of-life care. In the early part of my career, I was a personal care aide, during this time I cared for persons with disabilities and special needs. Currently, I work in the Emergency room so I still encounter patients with special...
Chauvelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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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...
As a seasoned childcare provider with a decade of experience, my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families is what drives me. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and make a meaningful impact on their lives. I am known for...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

20 Year Old Girl With 8 Years Experience Watching Both Babies And Special Needs Children

Hello! I am the oldest of three so naturally my siblings became like my own kids and I have helped care for them since birth. I have an autistic 13-year-old sister and a 7-year-old brother. Currently, I work full time as an educational assistant at a school for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I have numerous years of...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hello! My name is Cassidy, and I have 7 plus years of experience working with children. I am a very energetic, fun, loving, nurturing, patient, and understanding person/babysitter. I am also willing to do whatever you ask me to do! Children make ME happy, and I accept all! I do have experience with children who have special...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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Taneekqua M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

CNA And DSP

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 4. I currently have my CNA, I have experience with longterm and rehabilitation. I am a Direct support professional and work with individuals with developmental disabilities. I have been in this field for over 10 years. I love what I do.
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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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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.
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Jamie S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a nanny longterm with a couple families and also short term for families on vacation while I lived in Hawaii for 10 years. I've nannied for all different ages and demographics- foster children to celebrities children. I also have experience with special needs children.
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 14, I'm 22 now. I love the outdoors going on walks and adventures. I'm a big animal lover I work part time at a dog shelter and also have my own dog and 2 cats. I'd be there to help with things like cleaning, errands, pets, really anything you need done. I've been watching a family of...
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Samantha K.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Evenings And Overnight Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been watching kids for about 10 years now. I used to watch two kids for about 3 years and now they are old enough to be on their own. Currently, I watch three kids mostly overnights since the parents are EMTs. They are all different ages and they all have special needs. I have been watching them for about 10 years and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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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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Victoria B.


Hyde Park, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

My name is Tori! I am a CNA currently, But I have an extensive background in various aspects of the care field. I have been in the care field for the past 10 plus years, with my first experiences in 2003 working with disabled adults. I have worked with individuals with special needs of all ages, from children to our elderly...
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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!
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Lea L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

I have great experience in taking care and watching over kids. My cousins would ask me to baby sit for their kids while they are away. Furthermore, I have also worked with children with special needs as a Physical Therapist back when I was in the Philippines!
Lea can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Irina T.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Artistic And Energetic Caretaker

I am mother of 2 beautiful grown children and a happily new grandmother. Outside of raising my own children, I have been caring for children of varied ages for over 30 years. I have experience caring for children either special needs in BOCES setting. I have teaching experience teaching Russian as a second language, piano...
Irina can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

I've always had a passion for helping children develop and grow, and after many years of caring for children, I've come to realize that being a caregiver is my calling. I have experience working with children of all ages and have the skills and training to provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. As a creative and...
Elyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have worked with children and adults that have disabilities for over 18 years. It has become my passion. I feel you have to have an extreme amount of patience and a special kind of heart to work with someone who fully depends on you for assistance with completing daily tasks. I always go above and beyond to make sure the...

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Salt Point, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.