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Full-Time Live in Special Needs Nanny (Tuscaloosa, AL)

Home Work Staffing, Tuscaloosa, AL, United States


Full-Time Live in Special Needs Nanny (Tuscaloosa, AL)
Special Needs Caregiver– Tuscaloosa, Alabama

A warm and professional family in Tuscaloosa is seeking a qualified and compassionate caregiver to provide dedicated, one‑on‑one support for their young son, who will be turning 2 in June. He has cerebral palsy and would benefit from attentive daytime care in a nurturing environment.

Schedule: Full‑time 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Guaranteed: 45 hours

Compensation: $28–$32 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Commitment: Long‑term

Live‑In: Private bedroom and bathroom available

About the Child

Their son is cognitively age‑appropriate, curious, and engaging, but experiences physical challenges related to cerebral palsy. He is making great progress with mobility and currently uses a gait trainer and walker. He attends PT, OT, and speech therapy, and would benefit from a caregiver who can help reinforce these developmental goals at home.

Responsibilities

Provide attentive, hands‑on care for a toddler with special needs

Assist with mobility, including use of a gait trainer and walker

Safely lift and transfer the child (approximately 25 lbs)

Transport to and from therapy appointments (PT, OT, speech)

Reinforce therapy exercises and developmental goals

Engage in age‑appropriate, early education‑focused activities

Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment

Qualifications

Must have a valid driver’s license

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Ability to provide 3–5 professional references

CPR certification required

Experience working with children with cerebral palsy strongly preferred

Background or credentials in occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), speech therapy, and/or special needs care highly preferred

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