Household Manager / Family Assistant Position

Manhattan, New York City | Live-Out | Full-Time

Start Date: Mid-August

Schedule:  Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |

Compensation: $30–40/hour

Position Overview
A warm and established family in Chelsea, New York is seeking a dedicated, long-term Household Manager / Family Assistant to provide attentive care for their home and family. This is a wonderful opportunity for a mature, experienced professional who is passionate about creating a well-run household and thrives in an independent, trusting environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, warmhearted, and a true animal lover. The family has a 13-year-old daughter and an adorable Yorkie who will be a central part of the daily routine.

Benefits

• Two weeks paid vacation
• Two paid sick days
• Two paid personal days
• Six paid holidays

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive daily care for the family's Yorkie, including multiple walks per day and feeding
• Perform light housekeeping, tidying, and general household organization
• Manage laundry, including washing, folding, and changing bed linens
• Load and unload the dishwasher and maintain a clean kitchen
• Ensure the family's 13-year-old daughter is fed and looked after after school
• Accompany the daughter to weekly horseback riding lessons (driver provided)
• Maintain consistent routines across the primary Manhattan residence and the family's Long Island home
• Assist with light errands and organizational tasks as needed
• Be prepared to serve as the primary point of contact in the home when parents are unavailable

Requirements

• Prior experience in a household management or family assistant role strongly preferred
• Must love dogs — comfortable with daily dog care and walking
• CPR/First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid driver's license preferred
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Professional, discreet, and trustworthy
• 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.