Seeking caregiver to promote development for 5y/o with CP in S. Deerfield
Posted by Angie K. on 10/31/2024
- $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
SEEKING energetic, reliable & patient caregiver for 5-year-old with special needs in South Deerfield. We are hoping to find a long-term candidate who can become an extension of our family.
HOURS: 18-30/wk. Mostly after school/evening. Bonus for someone willing to help w/overnight care 1-2x/wk.
START: negotiable btwn now & early Dec
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be an effective communicator, able to regularly lift 35+ lbs, and have your driver's license + own car. Any background with cerebral palsy, PT, OT, adaptive communication, sensory processing, special ed, or neurology is a plus, but not strictly reqd. The most important skills are initiative, enthusiasm, patience, the energy & physical strength to crawl around with our son and carry him, & the willingness to learn, keenly observe, share ideas, and help promote his development with us.
Additional Details
- Number of special needs care recipients: One care recipient
Age Groups
- Toddler
Conditions
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Cerebral Palsy
- Delayed Speech
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Mobility Changes
Services Needed
- Administering Medication
- Bathing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Repositioning
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
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