Job Title: Special Needs Child Caregiver & Helping Hand

Job Description

Job Description

AO (Area of Operations): San Antonio, TX (Stone Oak / 78258)

Status: Part-Time or Full-Time Options Available (Shift starts at 1200 hours, specific daily schedules can be finalized at hire).

Pay Grade: $13.90 – $21.50/hr (Starting pay dependent on qualifications, experience, and certifications).

Mission Overview

Look, we run a high-tempo household with pediatric special needs kids, four cats and dogs. Both parents work demanding full-time jobs outside of their other full-time positions as parents, primary caregivers, household CFOs, and medical advocates. We are stretched thin, and we don’t need someone who panics the second a plan changes. We need a reliable "right hand."

If you have a good attitude, a total willingness to learn, zero fear of open, direct communication, and absolute reliability , you are exactly who we are looking for. We can train skills; we can't train work ethic.

The Core Professional Standards (The Real Requirements)

• Reliability: Look, we get it—life happens. Flat tires, traffic, and true emergencies are real. But if "life happens" every other day, it disrupts our ability to meet our family's critical needs. Our multi-layered operations system requires consistency. We need someone who shows up, on time, ready to impact the mission.
• Open Communication: If something goes wrong, or you need clarification on a task, say it. No ego, no sweeping things under the rug. Bad news does not get better with time.
• Willingness to Learn: We have highly specialized household and care routines here. You don't need to know everything on Day 1, but you do need to listen, take clear notes, and execute accurately.
• Good Attitude: We deal with complex pediatric needs. The energy you bring into this house matters. If you bring chronic negativity into the workspace, this isn't the right fit for you.

Daily Operations (Essential Job Functions) Phase 1: Direct Support & Caregiving

• Daily Living: Assist children with specialized bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting routines.
• Mobility Support: Help with safe transfers, positioning, and executing physical therapy exercises.
• Health Tracking: Safely administer medications, track vital signs, and maintain a meticulous daily log.
• Transport: Drive to medical appointments, act as a support liaison for the family, and take detailed, accurate notes during visits.

Phase 2: Base Maintenance & Logistics

• Meal Prep: Cook nutritious meals that adhere strictly to medical and dietary restrictions.
• Garrison Cleanliness: Handle the daily household reset. This includes laundry, dishes, changing linens, and putting things back where they belong so the command team succeeds.
• Supply Runs: Hit the local area for groceries, prescriptions, and household logistics.
• Admin Support: Keep the household command post running smoothly—manage incoming mail, sort basic bills, and track care expenses.

Required Qualifications & Specs

• Logistics: Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and a safe, reliable vehicle.
• Background: Must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen post-offer.
• Physical Ability: Capacity to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs frequently to safely assist pediatric patients with transfers and mobility.
• Environmental Note: Must be comfortable working in a home with four cats and one dog. (Applicants with severe pet allergies should take note).
• Certifications: Current CPR and First Aid are ideal. If not certified, see below.

The "GI Bill" Style Perk: Professional Development (Optional)

You want to advance your career? We will back you. If you show us you're reliable, we offer:

• Paid CPR and First Aid Certification: If you don't have them yet, or you need a renewal, we will cover the cost to get you certified.
• 100% Paid CNA Certification: Want to get officially certified as a Nursing Assistant? We will cover the training and testing costs while you work.
• Continuing Education: Up to $2,000 annually in reimbursements for approved credit costs, certifications, or professional development.

The Benefits, Rations & Non-Monetary Comp

Money matters, but so does the environment. Here is the total compensation package:

• Hourly Wage: $13.90 – $20.15/hr (W-2 employment, overtime paid at 1.5x for hours exceeding 40/week).
• Travel Stipend: $50/month non-taxed stipend to assist with travel and errand logistics.
• Health Care: QSEHRA arrangement to help cover your health insurance premiums.
• Retirement: 401(k) with an employer match.
• Leave: 10 days PTO (Year 1) + 5 days Sick Leave.
• Federal Holidays: 6 Paid Major Holidays.
• The Intangibles: You will be treated as a highly valued member of a tight-knit, dedicated team. You will learn new things daily, and you will go home every single day knowing and seeing the direct, massive impact your work has on the lives of these children.

How to Apply (The Recruitment Process)

1. Submit your resume. Include a brief note telling us why you are interested in working with special needs kids, and specify whether you are looking for Part-Time or Full-Time hours.
2. Next Steps: Once your resume is submitted, you will be texted an AI screening link. Please complete the link promptly, as it is a required initial screening step to progress to the next stage of the interview process.

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