Live in Special Needs Caregiver / House Manager (Great Falls, VA)

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Key Responsibilities

Provide attentive one-on-one care and companionship for a nonverbal 17-year-old Support communication through gestures, RPM, and letter board Assist with dressing, personal hygiene,

Requirements Summary

Must be kind, patient, dependable, and trustworthy Must be positive, energetic, and enjoy helping others Organized and able to take initiative Must be a strong,

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What We Offer

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A single-child household in Great Falls, VA is seeking a dedicated, active live-in caregiver and house manager to support a nonverbal 17-year-old with a genetic neurological condition (Polymicrogyria). He is bright, engaged, and communicates through gestures, RPM, and a letter board. This is a dual role combining hands-on personal care with household management, ideal for someone who is athletic, patient, and comfortable balancing caregiving with organizational and light domestic duties. The caregiver will primarily support the household while he is at school on weekday afternoons and work directly with him after school and on weekends.

Responsibilities

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→Provide attentive one-on-one care and companionship for a nonverbal 17-year-old
→Support communication through gestures, RPM, and letter board
→Assist with dressing, personal hygiene, and bathing (including help getting in and out of the bath and washing) while encouraging independence
→Accompany on daily hikes, walks, and swimming — an active lifestyle is central to the role
→Prepare gluten-free snacks and meals
→Light housekeeping and laundry (a weekly cleaner is also employed)
→Meal prep and light cooking, grocery shopping, and household organization
→Drive to local appointments and activities
→Assist with packing and the household's upcoming relocation
→Plan fun, engaging activities that promote independence and life skills
→Communicate with parents about his day and any concerns
→Keep common areas organized and tidy

Requirements:

→Must be kind, patient, dependable, and trustworthy
→Must be positive, energetic, and enjoy helping others
→Organized and able to take initiative
→Must be a strong, confident swimmer and comfortable swimming
→Active and physically able to keep up with an energetic teen
→Valid driver's license, safe and confident driver, reliable transportation
→Comfortable with two large hypoallergenic dogs in the home
→Current CPR/First Aid certification
→Prior special needs caregiving experience preferred
→Background in special education, occupational therapy, speech therapy, nursing, psychology, ABA, or a related field is a plus
→Must be able to provide 3–5 professional references

Upon submitting this form, you will be considered for any suitable positions, so there is no need to complete multiple applications.

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