Full Time Special Needs Care ProviderHousehold Assistant - Nanny Poppins Agency : Job Details

Special Needs Care Provider/Household Assistant in Newton, MA – $54,600-$72,800 Annually A loving family in Newton, MA, is seeking a full-time Special Needs Care Provider/Household Assistant to support their 20-year-old daughter with special needs. This young woman is loving, musical, and thrives in an engaging, creative, and holistic environment. The ideal candidate is active, responsible, adaptable, and flexible, with the ability to travel with the family as needed. Flexibility is key, as this role includes working locally and traveling for appointments, activities, or family trips.

Key Qualities: The ideal candidate will be:

• A natural caregiver who connects well and fosters trust.
• Creative, engaging, and musical, enhancing the young woman's developmental journey.
• Comfortable with providing partial or full hygiene assistance.
• Physically active and strong, with the ability to maintain safety at all times.
• Appreciative of holistic health care and education approaches.
• Adaptable, patient, and detail-oriented.
• Experienced in supporting learning for young adults with developmental challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance with personal hygiene, daily living tasks, and meal/supplement preparation.
• Facilitate developmentally appropriate play and activities.
• Ensure safety and well-being at all times.
• Transport the young woman to appointments and activities.
• Prepare biweekly written observations related to her ongoing learning process.
• Foster independence and create a nurturing learning environment in alignment with the family's educational approach.
• Manage errands, grocery shopping, and household supply inventory.
• Perform light household tasks and projects.
• Travel with the family to provide support during trips and extended stays.

Schedule:

• Full-time: 35-40+ hours per week.
• Weekly shifts:
  • Sundays: 6+ hours (option for 1 Sunday off per month).
  • Mondays: 12:30 PM - 10:00 PM.
  • Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM.
  • Thursdays: 12:45 PM - 10:15 PM.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay: $30-$35 per hour ($54,600-$72,800 annually).
• Benefits: Available and negotiable.
• Overtime hours available with prior planning.
• Paid time off and flexibility for mutual schedule adjustments.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle.
• Flexibility to work legal holidays as needed.
• Availability to travel with the family for work-related trips.
• Background in CNA, home health aide, nursing, or education with experience supporting individuals with special needs.