Part Time Pediatric Caregiver / Nanny – Canton, MA
Wellthy Care Network
$22 - $25 / hour
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Part Time Pediatric Caregiver / Nanny – Canton, MA
A welcoming family in Canton, MA is seeking an attentive, reliable caregiver for their verbal 14-year-old child on the autism spectrum. The home includes a dog and a tortoise, and maintains a smoke-free environment.
Schedule:
- Temporary overnight coverage for mid October (exact dates to be discussed during interview in order to maintain family’s safety)
- Ongoing part-time care: Occasional date night care (~1 night per week; flexible on exact days and times)
Family Specifications:
- Smoke-free home environment
- Pet-friendly home (1 dog and 1 tortoise)
- Family values a caregiver who enjoys supporting special interests including arts & crafts, games, reading, and music
Responsibilities:
- Provide continuous, line-of-sight supervision. This client is self-sufficient when bathing, and with personal care needs.
- Execute a specialized seizure safety plan from the neurologist, including administration of nasal spray medication if required
- Administer daily/regular medications as directed
- Plan, prepare, and serve meals and snacks. Meals will be prepared ahead of time
- Transport child to and from school and extracurricular activities
- Engage in creative, enriching activities (arts & crafts, interactive games, reading, and listening to music)
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience caring for individuals on the autism spectrum and with developmental delays
- CPR certification
- Seizure response experience (including familiarity with emergency nasal spray administration)
- Valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and a reliable personal vehicle
- Fluent in English
Preferred:
- Experience with overnight special needs care
Compensation:
- $970 total for overnight care needed in October, plus gas reimbursement
- Hourly rate for standard weekly/shift care will be discussed upon interview with family. Estimated to be $22-$25 per hour
All candidates will be subject to a background check. This position requires proof of legal
authorization to work in the United States. The family is an equal opportunity employer and does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any
other protected characteristic.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your relevant
experience with special needs care and seizure management.
Wellthy is not an agency. This is a private, family-hired position. We provide Care Coordination
services to families nationwide, which may include connecting families with potential caregivers.
All caregivers are hired directly by the family and are not employed by Wellthy. We take privacy
very seriously. For questions on our Applicant Privacy Policy or to review, please visit our
careers page. (Job #165301).
About this role
This is a part-time pediatric caregiving role with a family in Canton, MA caring for a 14-year-old on the autism spectrum who has seizure management needs. The position combines temporary overnight coverage in mid-October with ongoing occasional date-night childcare (roughly one night per week). You'll provide line-of-sight supervision, administer medications including emergency nasal spray for seizures, prepare meals, manage school and activity transportation, and engage the child in creative activities like arts and crafts, games, reading, and music. The home is smoke-free and includes a dog and tortoise.
You'll need CPR certification, demonstrated experience with autism spectrum and developmental delays, and specific seizure response training including nasal spray administration. A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable personal vehicle are required for transportation duties. The role pays $22–$26 per hour with gas reimbursement. Overnight special needs care experience is preferred but not required. All applicants undergo background checks and must have legal work authorization.
This is a direct family hire through Wellthy's care coordination services, not an agency position. When applying, highlight your relevant experience with special needs care and seizure management.
Pay for this role
$22 to $25 per hour
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