Upper West Side Family Seeks Full-Time Nanny For Son With Asd

NEW YORK, NY (LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY)-Incredible, loving parents in the UPPER WEST SIDE seek a FULL-TIME NANNY for their 6-year-old boy. The hours are from 9am-6pm Monday, 11am-7pm Tuesday, 12pm-7pm Wednesday, 12pm-6pm onThursday, and 9am-6pm Friday. They would love someone who is open to working very occasional weekends, but it is not a requirement! 40 hours per week are guaranteed.

Their son was recently diagnosed with Autism. He is high functioning cognitively but has sensory and regulation issues. He attends occupational therapy on Tuesday mornings and has an ABA therapist who comes to the home from 9am-12pm 5 days per week. He has been homeschooled for this past year, his kindergarten year, and is preparing to transition back to school in the fall at a school for children with social and emotional difficulties. Subway and/or car fare will be provided while on the job. The nanny’s time on the job may overlap with other caregivers (therapists, teachers, etc.). Mom may also be in and out of the home and appointments on occasion. Must be a team player!

Their son is affectionate, curious, talkative, bright, and creative. He has difficulties with self-regulation and needs a caregiver who can help him with regulation skills and tolerate moments when he has trouble. He has a recent history of aggressive behavior resulting from anxiety and ASD, which is currently being managed with medication (mostly always administered by parents) and behavioral therapy. He can be rigid and can make eccentric demands due to anxiety (eg, he won't ride the 3 train, and has to take the 2 train). He also can become dysregulated suddenly by unpredictable triggers.

Experience working with children with special needs is NOT a requirement. They are moreso interested in candidates who truly love being around kids and are mature and maternal, but also goofy and fun. Someone who wants to do one-to-one care as opposed to teaching or social work or psychology. Most of all, they are looking for someone who can be his playdate, guardian, and keep him stimulated throughout the day. He has had the same nanny for the first 5 years of his life and is looking for another long-term companion.

The ideal candidate is mature, skilled, and reliable. Parents seek a collaborative partner with good instincts who is willing and able to learn their behavioral program and make adjustments when necessary. Someone who communicates openly with the parents about any concerns, ideas or need for support. Must be open to following any guidelines and approaches suggested by therapists and/or parents. Flu shot, covid vaccine and boosters are required. Must be pet-friendly, as they have a cat, snails, and fish in the home (no care required).

Benefits include paid sick days, holidays, and experience. Pay is $30-35/hour, commensurate with experience. Start date is ASAP!

BA/BS college degree | AA in related field of study

CPR/First Aid Certification (renew as needed)

Ability to make a one-year commitment unless applying for a temporary position

A passion for working with children

Two+ years childcare experience

Excellent work and personal references

U.S. driver's license (this does not apply to NYC residents)

Complete Stop the Silence Training upon Membership

Fluent in English/Bilingual a plus

Competent swimmer

Non-smoker

Willing to go through extensive Background Check

Must be Live-Scanned and registered with Trustline if CA resident

Willingness to show proof of immunizations

No-cell phone driving signed guarantee

Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Benefits Include Paid Sick Days, Holidays, And Experience.

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ID: 2023-3074

External Company Name: The Nanny League, Inc.

Street: 1 Manhattan