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adebayo A.


Sun Valley, CA

$22-27/hr5 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

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Dedicated Direct Support Professional with 5 years of experience providing personalized care and support to individuals with disabilities. Skilled in caregiving, medication administration, and creating personalized care plans.
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Melanie B.


Sylmar, CA

$26-40/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Melanie and I'm 24 years old. I'm very caring, loving & supportive. I love to help others. I'm CPR/First Aide Certified. I'm also a certified medical assistant. I would love to assist & help you & your loved one!
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Emily O.


Burbank, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Reliable Sitter

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I also am trained in behavioral and special needs and disabilities. I am flexible with scheduling. I am reliable and trustworthy. I work with kindness, good intent, and care.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Maricella Z.


Sylmar, CA

$57/hr10 yrs exp

Changing Lives For A Happy And Healthy Future

With my many opportunities of working in and out of the Stanford Hospital and surrounding satellite clinics, I have quite a bit of experience in patient care. I have also assisted individuals with disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, ASD, and muscle dystrophy which requires a bit more attention and many more steps in daily...
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Aarian P.


Sylmar, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I used to work at an LA Fitness in the kids club and parents from the gym would ask me to babysit outside of the gym, where I would pick kids up, cook food for them to eat, bathe kids, and help with school work. I have also babysat my baby cousins plenty of times since I was about 10 years old. I have recently worked with...
Aarian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
I'm looking for a job that gives me flexibility on schedule while also building relationships as I navigate living in a new city and pursuing professions in multiple career fields. I started working with kids as a substitute teacher in Oklahoma. I have worked with grades 2nd through all ages in high school. This includes...
Pierce can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Marcy R.


La Canada Flintridge, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Reliable, Helpful, Qualified, Educated, Talented, Respite Care Provider

I have found it rewarding to help others. I attended Northeastern University in Boston, MA., attaining my B. S. in Education/Sociology. I've worn many hats; Teaching & Respite Care service provider, General contractor skills as well as Household management (cooking, cleaning, maintenance, organization, After School Enrichment...
I grew up in La Canada and graduated from USC. I raised three children, all graduating from university. I volunteered in my children's' schools, serving on many committees as well as in the classroom. I served as secretary and chairman of the elementary school site council. I served in the church Sunday school and jr and sr high...
Cheryl can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia & more
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Priscilla K.


Sun Valley, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Private Nursing/caregiver

Here to help serve and provide the upmost love and care. I have over 10 years of experience in the private nursing / caregiving field. Over the years, I've accumulated experience in senior living homes, retirement homes, hospice care, and private homes. I specialize in Dementia/Alzheimer's, ( beginning of memory loss/...
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Teresa E.


Sylmar, CA

$23-25/hr7 yrs exp

I provide care to the elderly and adults with special needs and mobility issues. I help with meal preparation, feedings, bathroom usage/diaper changes, medications, running errands, transportation and companionship. I am available M-F 6pm-12 a.m. and Sat/Sun 6am-6 p.m.
Teresa can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
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Shelby R.


Sun Valley, CA

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have been a direct support professional for two years now, taking care of adults from ages 19-80. I have worked with special needs with many different disabilities from cognitive to developmental. i'm moving to LA in August and hoping to find an amazing family to help.
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Lissianne M.


Burbank, CA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Available On Fridays And Saturdays . I Am 49 With A Lot Of Experience .

I am a Customer Service agent at Burbank Airport for American Arlines, an IHSS Provider since February 24 . I live at Downtown of Burbank and I am available Fridays evenings and Saturdays (all day) I'd describe my personality as mindfull I like caring for people with special needs because I have a great friend that needed my...
My name is Nancy, I am from Latin America Colombia, I speak only Spanish, I have a certificate of positive psychology, nutrition and good nutrition, I love my job of serving those who need my services to get around and other situations that make it difficult for us, children and adults, with special needs. It will be a pleasure...
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Ashley O.


Sylmar, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caretaker

I am a loving and caring person at heart. I been in the medical field for over 8 years. As well as been a elderly caregiver for over 5 years. I am a mother to a beautiful little girl. I was blessed with an autistic child. I have plenty experience working with children with special needs and behavioral difficulties. I also...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cheryl M.


Montrose, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

I have a broad understanding of special needs care, which encompasses a variety of practices tailored to individuals with physical, intellectual, developmental, or emotional challenges. Special needs care is often personalized and can range from supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Down syndrome, cerebral...
I am currently a college student majoring in child development. I am the oldest sibling of 3 and oldest cousin of 16 so I have lots of experience with different ages and different personalities. I am also a behavioral interventionist for Lausd I clean after my kids , I transition them , I interact and know how to manage their...
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Jodi W.


Burbank, CA

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver!

Hello! My name is Jodi W, I am 21 years old and a student at OCC. I have had a special place in my heart for those with special needs my entire life. In high school, I participated in leadership class which included doing activities and interacting with special needs students a few times a week - this is what called me to begin...
I have a 19yo son on the spectrum. I have many years of experience with children/young adults on the spectrum. I was a volunteer at my son's non public school for 15 years and still chaperoning him and some of his school friends on outings.
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Miriam G.


Sylmar, CA

$27/hr20 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Nanny With The Experience Of My Own 2 Kids

I am a patient, and compassionate caregiver with 20+ years of experience by raising my own kids. I enjoy helping kids with homework, arts and crafts, playtime, meal prep, housekeeping, pick up/ drop off, and will enjoy teaching kids Spanish and cooking while caring for them! Ive endorsed previous families as a responsible,...
Miriam can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Nidia S.


La Crescenta, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I have been nanny/babysitting for close to 10 years. I have much experience with children of all ages. I was also a caregiver for special needs for about 3 years. I am both CPR and First Aid Certified. I am a responsible, caring, trust worthy person and very nurturing and motherly by nature. I am energetic, creative, and love to...
Nidia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Nidia teaches our sons (ages 4 and 2) Spanish once a week. They love her and look forward to her visit."

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