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Kim R.

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Portsmouth, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Through my teachings in many schools I have a wide range of experience with many students and various abilities. I graduated with a degree in elementary education and I'm currently working toward my masters degree in special education. Still working with so many students I also have a great amount of experience in regards to...

Sierra S. says "Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!"

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Portsmouth, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
dementia
meal prep
I have been a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Rhode Island for the last 3 years. I am currently an LPN at a Family Medicine clinic. I have 10+ years of experience working in a healthcare setting directing activities with the elderly community and people with disabilities. I have Resident Aid (RA) experience caring for,...
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Let's Face Challenges Together

Portsmouth, RI

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$16/hr
I'm a kind, successful, autistic, imaginative college student looking to work with others with challenges in their lives. I have worked with people with different challenges in summer camps and in theater. One of my favorite activities is my inclusive yoga class where I have a chance to exercise and interact with an amazing...
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Portsmouth, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I've worked with many special needs kiddos. I worked for Newport County Special Education. Worked in various special needs classrooms. Don't hesitate to contact me with your needs and I'll discuss availability.
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Part-Time Senior Caregiver (PCA)

Tiverton, RI

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
I am a fully vaccinated 67 yr. old female senior caregiver, retired from the School Dept. For the past 10 years, I have worked part-time as a PCA caring for the disabled & elders also with Dementia/Alzheimer's. I am very compassionate, caring, trusting, flexible and a very reliable woman who loves caring for people and have...

Mark L. says "Mariana provided companion care for my 95 year old mother with early dementia. Mariana was always punctual, dependable, caring and a pleasure to work with....

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Middletown, RI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with special needs through high school and have since I have been out of college. I have assisted in learning, eating, changing, and assisting with bathroom habits.
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Bristol, RI

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
respite care
Hello, I am a over 50 empty nester currently I am a behavior specialist with individuals with IDD and special needs, for over 20 years I was a preschool teacher and I have done CNA type work throughout the years. I am currently looking for part-time work that could possibly turn into full-time in the future. I look forward to...
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Newport, RI

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
transportation
errands
meal prep
I have experience working with the elderly for over 5 years as I was a direct support staff at a day program for adults with special needs, who were also elderly. I'm highly empathetic and caring, and I want clients to be comfortable and safe. I'm also a good listener and pay attention to the needs of others and am a great...
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Experienced to Care for Special Needs Person

Bristol, RI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I'm a fun loving, caring, down to earth good old Maine girl. I just moved to RI in January after residing in Boston for 23 years. I'm looking to get a career in the caregiver field. I've worked in biotech/pharmaceutical companies for the past 15 years and am looking for a more rewarding job. I love the elderly dearly. My...
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Part-time Caregiver Available (Saturday/Sundays!)

Bristol, RI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
For almost 2 years, I worked as a Dorm Coordinator at a boarding school/day school for children and young adults with Autism, complex learning disabilities and special educational needs. My overall responsibility was to provide direct and ongoing supervision and support to all students as well as foster independent living...
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Hello ! Im Kayla .

Bristol, RI

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I currently work for disabled men an women who have special needs . I also would love to do this is a side job sense my hours have been cut down to my regular hours so that leaves me 4 days off a week ! I work with autism , non verbal , Down syndrome, delayed development , bed ridden , all am , pm and night care meaning baths...
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CNA Or Home Care Provider Transportation

Westport, MA

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
hospice services
visiting physician
Retired since June 2019. mother of two. Worked as a contractor to Dept of Def for 27 years. Became LIC RI CNA to assist my ailing mother who has dementia. I am part of her care team as needed. Reliable & empathetic. I appreciate very much how it feels to be vulnerable. Compassionate & professional in the expertise of a CNA...
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Bristol, RI

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I have worked with children with autism for 5 years, currently a law student at roger Williams, my goal is to work in education law to support kids with learning disabilities.
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Newport, RI

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi, my name is Paris. I'm a 23-year-old college graduate. I am very friendly, patient , and kind - I have taken care of children with autism before & would love to talk to you more about your situation and see if we would be a good fit!
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Flexible Schedule Caregiver Available

Bristol, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have cared for patients young and old, after assessing the situation I try to encourage active lifestyles and getting out and about as much as possible. I have cared for teens and young adults with traumatic brain injuries and seizure disorders. Wheelchair bound and not. I adapt to the situation as needed
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Middletown, RI

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$5/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with Autistic children and in school worked with other special needs students and they all know me to be friendly and kind.
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Newport, RI

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I can do it all from passing medications, cooking , bathing, helping with appointments , household chores. I was the manager of a group home for elderly mentally disabled adults but just recently had a baby on may 4th so I am just looking for something that works better for myself and my family. I am CPR and first aid certified...
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Special Needs Assistant

Newport, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, my name is Shannon and I am 38 years old. I have more than 20 years of experience in child care and 2 years of college studying Early Childhood Education. I was and still am helping my sister raise her 4 children which one has high functioning ADHD. I also have a nephew who has Asperger's disease and another niece who...
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Fall River, MA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
dementia
meal prep
Direct Care Professional (DCP) Provide daily support and care to adults with intellectual and physical disabilities in a residential setting. Responsibilities include assisting individuals with personal care needs such as hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks while maintaining dignity and respect. Support residents with...
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ABA Therapist

Tiverton, RI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I currently work as an ABA therapist working with children who have Autism, I also work along side a speech pathologist to improve speech impediments or began with expressive language. I am a pre-med student dreaming of becoming a pediatric neurosurgeon, my research is in neuroscience on developmental disorders with a focus on...
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