Special Needs Respite / Family Assistant Afternoons (3-7pm) in Forest Hills
Posted by Julia O. on 1/26/2026
- $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
We are a warm, busy family seeking a reliable, upbeat, and capable caregiver to support our boys during weekday afternoons. This position is funded through a CommHab / respite program, so special needs experience is required.
3-4/5p: Care for our toddler (play, snack, supervision). 4/4:30p: Meet our autistic 13-year-old off the bus; support transition and snack.
4:30-6:30p: While ABA therapy is in session, assist with dinner prep, packing lunches, light tidying, dishes, and laundry.
When therapy cancels: Engage our teen in activities, walks, and daily living skills.
Additional duties include walking to a weekly music class, occasional grocery pickup, and activity drop-off/pick-up (car strongly preferred).
Ideal candidates have experience with special needs and toddlers, are dependable and physically capable. Payroll position with PTO.
Additional Details
- Number of special needs care recipients: One care recipient
- Number of siblings that also need care: Two Children
Age Groups
- Toddler
- Youth
- Teen
Conditions
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
Services Needed
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
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