Looking for a Reliable Sitter for Two Soecial Needs Teens from 2:30 to 7:30 pm

Sittercity.com; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sittercity.com is seeking a caregiver in Lansing, MI to care for two boys (ages 15 and 11; autistic and nonverbal) after school and in the evenings. You will help with bus pickup, engage them in home activities, and provide date-night/half-day coverage as needed.

Requirements include owning a car, comfort with pets, and experience with special needs. CPR/First Aid and choking response training are required. Hours are 3–7:15pm (earlier 5pm possible) with in-home care only.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid and choking response required.
• Special needs experience with autism required.
• Care in home only; must have own car and be comfortable with pets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare snacks and meals.
• Light housekeeping.
• Bring children inside after bus and manage routines.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Active with kids

CPR

First Aid

Special needs experience

Choking response

Job description

Single mom, full-time work. Care every other week (boys at dad's alternating weeks). 2 boys, 15 and 11, both autistic and nonverbal. Need patience, empathy, and someone active with them - they love attention and activities in the home. One is independent in the bathroom (needs reminders); the other needs changing every 1-2 hours. They get off the bus at my house and need to be brought inside. Simple routine once home. 3 cats, no care needed. Hours 3-7:15pm, but 5pm at the earliest depending on work. Also need date nights and school-out/half-day coverage (home at 12pm). Pay $26/hr. Required: CPR, First Aid, choking response, autism/special needs experience. Care in my home only.

Requirements

• Sitter has own car
• Comfortable with pets
• Special needs experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare Snacks/Meals
• Light housekeeping