Part Time
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$22 – 35/hr
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Starts
10/09
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Bronx, NY
My name is Anne and I am a Care Specialist in the Expert Assistance with Care.com assisting Christine and Stephen in their search for a caregiver for their 12-year-old daughter with Rett Syndrome. Hours and Days are 3-7 pm, Monday-Friday with some flexibility to stay later on occasion with notice. The family is looking for someone to join their world-class team of therapists, teachers and caregivers who support their amazing daughter afterschool. Duties include greeting her after school, getting her settled at home, preparing and feeding meals, and other ADL needs. Their daughter can walk independently (a bit wobbly), has limited hand function and communicates with her Tobii/eye-gaze device; she is nonverbal. She loves to dance, listen to music, read books, and explore the city! The ideal candidates is organized, dependable, engaging, has previous experience in working with kids who have disabilities, and has a driver's license and a reliable vehicle (nor required). All candidates must be CPR and First Aid certified, and be open to payment on the books. If you would like to spend afternoons with a vibrant pre-teen and feel you are a fit, please message me to schedule an interview!