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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Somerset, NJ

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Somerset, NJ

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Alyssa M.


Somerset, NJ

$16-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, My name is Alyssa and I love caring for children! Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high-school I had the opportunity to participate in Early Childhood Laboratory Independent Study. I was able to work hands on with preschoolers and create lesson plans to teach to them. Kids are simply my favorite to be...
5.0
"Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires medication several times a day for seizures. He also needs...

Jennifer Z.

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Florence L.


Somerset, NJ

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(9)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 10 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...
Florence can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Florence is a wonderful person and caregiver. She took care of my father, my father in law and then my mother. She became one of the family. She listens and does exactly what you ask. She is also very knowledgeable and gives helpful advice. I recommend her highly...

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Matthew S.


Somerset, NJ

$22-31/hr5 yrs exp

I Started caring for my brother with special needs when I was only a child myself. I developed my selfless nature thereafter. I'm an extreme extrovert. Making others content brings me complete fulfillment. I have been a paid caregiver for more than 10 years. I had experience using Hoyer lifts with bedridden or stroke clients. I...
Matthew can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of him as his own. I never had to worry if he ate or bathed. My father was always so clean and his skin was never...

Falguni B.

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Hawa K.


Somerset, NJ

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

I developed interest in helping individuals with special needs since my country experience 11 years of civil war. I have also been working with individuals with special needs in the U. S for 7 years now. I am also a social worker which has helped me increase my skills in working with those individuals.
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Florence L.


Somerset, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Florence, I am a present student of middlesex college Doing my Nursing degree I have a work in different hospitals nursing homes and private homes I have experience and knowledge to take care of different types of disabilities I have also work in rehabs I have experience know how to handle people with colostomy bag...
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Melinda M.


Somerset, NJ

$21-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hello families. My name is Mindy. I have a love of nursing, teaching and mentoring. I have 15 years of experience in each of these fields. I was the senior certified nursing assistant on my unit, a personal care aid, a home health aid, med tech and a site coordinator of a popular before & after school program which I would...
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Heather A.


Somerset, NJ

$21-22/hr4 yrs exp

I have been taking care of child with autism who is non verbal for 6 years. He has had ABA therapy and it and Pt which I helped to incorporate into his daily schedule. I have watch him grow and progress and to know I was part of that is amazing.
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Lin T.


Somerset, NJ

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Sincere Educated Care Companion

Hi, my name is Lin. I am a sincere, responsible and patience care-provider. I am a part-time college student studying for community and human services here in NYC. My childcare experiences include caring & guiding special children and my own teenage child. Please feel free to contact me for us to discuss your preferences for...
About I have good experience and then any clients I can work. I don't have no problem with Hoyer lift.
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Lara R.


Somerset, NJ

$21-50/hr17 yrs exp

Caring Nanny Willing To Go The Extra Mile For Your Family.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as sweet outgoing and caring. I like working with kids because I get to watch them go through different stages and grow up! I started working with kids when I was age 6, always watching over my little brothers and changing their diapers even at that age. From 11 years old on I watched them after...
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Lin T.


Somerset, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

ABA Therapist

I enjoy time with children, I am a trained autism specialist, I can work with your special need children following the IEP. I am patient, friendly, like to think of creative activities for children. I worked as teacher's assistant for many years and substitute teacher in public school in New Jersey. The students' age range from...
Lin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Mckenna F.


Somerset, NJ

$27-30/hr14 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a current Pepperdine law student and I am looking for part-time work. Before law school, I was a pre school teacher for one year and taught English abroad. I have 10+ year experience nannying children ages 0-14 and I also was a camp counselor for 3 years with elementary school aged children. I volunteer at my church...
Mckenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am a college graduate with seven years of childcare experience. Along with my background in psychology and early childhood education, I have worked with children of all ages as a babysitter, preschool/daycare teacher, camp counselor, substitute teacher, and tutor. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have education and field...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Heather A.


Somerset, NJ

$22-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time HelpAvailable

I have worked with special needs seniors in my internship and I helped them to do everyday tasks. I have been a nanny and house manger for years so I'm use to doctors appointment running errands , dropping off , light straightening up and lending helping had where needed. I enjoy pets and I love hearing stories of the clients...
Heather can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
At 12year old, I cared, supported and developed passion for special needs because, many years ago, a family member was paralyzed from an injury. The daily duties were, administering medications, providing companionship, helping in giving ADL care, running errands, preparing meals and feeding client during mealtime, assisting...

Chelsea O.


Somerset, NJ

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help!

Hi! I'm a fourth year medical student with tons of clinical experience inside and outside of the hospital. I've worked with numerous different patient types in a variety of setting and an comfortable ensuring the proper care of individuals under my care. My experience as a caretaker began very early as I grew up as one of the...
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Emily M.


Somerset, NJ

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Professional Nanny Who Creates Smiles, Laughter, And Fun (even When Learning)!

Hello! My name is Emily and I am a nurturing and responsible nanny with over five years of experience. As a nanny, I believe in creating a supportive and engaging environment that promotes children's growth and development. I am patient, compassionate, and dedicated to providing the best possible care for the children under my...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Keri D.


Hillsborough, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children from infants to 11 years old. I was a family babysitter for a 6-year-old and 10-year-old twins. I then worked in various early childhood settings, enjoying preschool and pre-k, while working with families of special needs children after school.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"wonderful and great with our son"

Stacey And Joe B.

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Melissa B.


New Brunswick, NJ

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working as a direct caregiver for a classroom of 16 adults ranging in age from 19-40 who have severe mental and physical disabilities. I am responsible for planning and executing group activities as well as individual activities such as arts and crafts, exercise, lessons, and field trips. I also prepare and...
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Rebecca S.


South River, NJ

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs

I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Somerset, NJ

Alyssa M.

5.0

Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires medication several times a day for seizures. He also needs assistance with his personal hygiene...

- Jennifer Z.

Florence L.

5.0

Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her consumer's. You literally cannot find a better provider.

- Lauren M.

Matthew S.

5.0

Matthew is very caring and loving person. He took care of my Father for about 1 and 1/2 year. When Matthew was with him I was at peace. He took care of him as his own. I never had to worry if he ate or bathed. My father was always so clean and his skin was never better. My father was also very happy...

- Falguni B.

Keri D.

5.0

wonderful and great with our son

- Stacey And Joe B.

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Ratings for Somerset, NJ special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Somerset, NJ are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.