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Kayla B.


Yukon, PA

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

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I've been working with Children and Adults with Seizures, ADHD, Autism, Compulsive Disorders, Nonverbal, Behavioral Issues for the past 7 years. I love doing my job, I put my heart and soul into everything I do. I'm always on time and I have a huge heart to help people in need. I look forward to meeting new people and enjoying...
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Amanda M.


Ruffs Dale, PA

$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, currently living in Ruffsdale. I am the mother of three. My experience includes caring for individuals with special needs and intellectual disabilities. I have cared for the elderly, persons with dementia, strokes, and more. In addition, I can provide minimal housekeeping, meal prep,...
5.0
"Amanda is very reliable, caring and honest. She cared for my aunt when she was in need and did a fantastic job. Amanda is very calming while attending to her patients. I highly recommend Amanda!"

Melinda H.

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Kelly S.


Jeannette, PA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have been a HHA for almost 12 years now. I have a passion and a love for what I do. I've been helping seniors since I was little including my own grandparents. I have experience with Dementia Alzheimer's diabetes, MS, ALS stroke, Parkinson's, special needs, disabled, blind, . I have worked with a lot of hospice patients/...
Kelly can also help with: Errands, home modification, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Kelly was wonderful! She did 7 night shifts with my mother. Very kind and calming with my mother. Highly skilled. She even curled my mother's hair which was a big hit. I would hire her again. (I also called 2 references before I hired Kelly, and they loved her...

Roberta R.

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Eva C.


Irwin, PA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Eva and I am a recent Pitt graduate. I have 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages, as well as special needs care. I have taken early childhood education courses and I am certified in CPR as well as Infant CPR. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry as well as carpool and online...
Eva can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Kelly S.


Jeannette, PA

$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caretaker

Hello I have worked with several individuals over the years that have had speech/behavioral/ physical/mental/sensory disorders/ADHD/Autism/Asperger's / including my niece who's 15 with sensory disorders and my husband who is autistic with Asperger's. My full time job I specialize as an adult caregiver to my clients who mainly...
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Amanda M.


Ruffs Dale, PA

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello I am a Gigi of 4 little ones ages 6 and under . I have 4 young adult daughters . I am currently a direct support professional taking care of adults with special needs . I have done in home personal care. I do have a full time job so I won't be available on Weds, Thurs, or Sundays.
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Isabella C.


Irwin, PA

$10-25/hr

Special Education

I am soon to be teacher. I am hoping to get a Special Education job in Pennsylvania. I am certified Pre-12 Special Education. I have been in an life skills setting classroom, where I worked with middle school students. I have been in an alternative school classroom, where I worked with more severe disabilities (Autism and Down...
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Ashley M.


Belle Vernon, PA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have experience specifically with elementary age children and elderly as well. I am a positive and patient person who loves to help others. I'm very enthusiastic and enjoy seeing that what I am doing makes a difference in the life of another.
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Miles E.


Jeannette, PA

$24-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Tutor Available.

Since the age of 18, I have assisted in numerous ways in helping individuals with special needs. I have acted as a Special Education Aide, a camp counselor working with students with special needs, and am currently a teacher in the Pittsburgh Area who works with special needs students in and out of my classroom. My passion is...
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Amanda M.


Ruffs Dale, PA

$8-13/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, currently living in RuffsDale . I am a mother of three. My experience includes caring for individuals with special needs , intellectual disabilities. I have cared for the elderly , persons with dementia , strokes , and more . In addition I can provide minimal housekeeping , meal prep...
Amanda can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
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Laurel G.


Belle Vernon, PA

$14-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Child Or Adult

I am the married mother of two and grandmother of two. I have volunteered with PTA, youth groups and camp counseling and was also a patient caregiver to my mother-in-law when she lived with us for three years. In the past I spent one year working with an adult with special needs providing in-home care and transportation, cared...
Laurel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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Ashley M.


Belle Vernon, PA

$20-24/hr • 9 yrs exp

Loving And Positive

Not only have I parented three children of my own (ages 14, 16 and 19) I have also worked with special needs kids for over 9 years one on one in a school and home setting. This last year I have had the pleasure of teaching preschool as well. I have a passion for creativity and helping kids with their social / emotional skills...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel C.


Irwin, PA

$21/hr • 3 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Passionate For Helping People Grow And Complete New Goals! I'm Eager To Meet You!

Hello! I currently am a DSP. (Direct Support Professional 3 years) This means I assist people young and old with intellectual disabilities! Knowing that your work contributes significantly to someone's quality of life can be highly motivating. I also enjoy watching people succeed and grow and complete goals. I am medication...
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Lois C.


Irwin, PA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiving

Currently a school bus driver for a local district. I also previously drive special needs children. I have all of my childcare clearances that are available upon request. I have experience in babysitting as well as caring for elderly. I have raised two boys of my own who are now grown and successful. I feel comfortable with...
Lois can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Mary Joy B.


Donora, PA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Profesional

I have worked with special needs children for many years and I receive much please helping and teaching.
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Taylor H.


Irwin, PA

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am a very energetic and loving person, ive been in the medical field for 5 years now, im very cautious and safe, ive worked with special need clients before, and I used to volunteer for murdox which is a facility where clients are left with hardly any family and you go there and spend the day with them and play games and eat...
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Alexis C.


Jeannette, PA

$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'm a caregiver because I'm passionate about helping children learn, grow, and reach their full potential. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual who loves playing games and fostering a fun and nurturing environment. I believe in clear and open communication with parents. I'll provide regular updates on your child's day...
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Renee C.


West Newton, PA

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Let Me Help You Out On Date Nights

Hello! I am a mom. of 5. I have 2 older boys in their 20s a 13 yo daughter, 12 yo son and 12 yo daughter which I fostered since birth and adopted. They all have ADHD and behavior issues. I currently work in a school with Austin children been there almost 3 years. I love it!! I have clearances!!
I've worked with clients that are blind, hearing loss, dementia, and clients who are completely wheelchair bound, i've worked with bed ridden clients, and special need clients, I love to care for others and help them with daily activities, meds, outings, errands, meals, and cleaning, and bathing
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands
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Jamie S.


Elizabeth, PA

$14-19/hr

Fun Loving Babysitter Looking For Work!

Hi! My name is Jamie and, recently, I've been watching one 2-year-old girl and one 5-year-old boy. Unfortunately, they've both started school in the new year, so I'm looking for a new kid to get to know! I used to be an RBT, registered behavioral technician, where I taught kids with autism social, play, and general life skills....

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