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After-school Special Needs Caregiver in Springfield

Posted by Michelle K. on 7/8/2025

  • $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Seek responsible, daily, after-school caregiver at our home for our non-verbal, 21-year-old son with epilepsy and autism. Ideal candidate seeks a long-term relationship with busy and nurturing family (last caregiver for 5. 5 yrs), is flexible and willing to provide support where needed. Essential functions: meet bus; give oral medication daily; play/entertain/read and engage; keep safe; assist with hygiene; feed snacks and clean up. Skills desired: Speaks English and comfortable to use iPad for communication; non-smoker; reliable transportation; mature, dependable, responsible, self-motivated and conscientious; CPR/First Aid-certified preferred; proof of COVID-19 vaccines and boosters. Hours: 3-7 pm for Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; Wednesdays from 1-7 pm. Additional hours available weekends, overnights and school holidays. Rate: $25-35/hour, depending on experience. Must be eligible to work in U. S. and clear background check.

Additional Details

  • Number of special needs care recipients: One care recipient

Age Groups

  • Teen
  • Adult

Conditions

  • Autism
  • Developmental Language Disorder
  • Epilepsy
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Pervasive Development Disorder
  • Seizures

Services Needed

  • Administering Medication
  • Dressing Assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Grooming and Hygiene
  • Positive Behavioral Support
  • Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
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After-school...

  • Mo
  • Tu
  • We
  • Th
  • Fr

Weekly 3:00pm - 7:00pm

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour

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