Part Time or Full Time Youth Caregiver – Fairfax, VA

A welcoming family in Fairfax, VA is seeking a patient, dependable caregiver to provide one-on-one daily routine support for their bright, artistic 14-year-old autistic son. Care is needed on a part time or full time basis, this family is open to hiring for either schedule. 

Schedule:

• Morning shift: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM – 8:30 AM (family guarantees pay for 4 hours per morning shift)
• Afternoon shift:  Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri:  2:30 pm - 10 or 10:30pm, Tuesdays begin at 1 pm - 10 or 10:30pm (gets out of school early those days)
• Additional available shifts: Sunday evenings and weekend daytime hours
• Schedule flexibility: Open to hiring either full-time or part-time (potentially splitting shifts across multiple caregivers); initial training and rapport-building shifts will take place during evenings and weekends prior to taking on morning coverage.
• Staffing: looking to hire multiple caregivers to cover shift needs

Family Specifications:

• Calm, supportive, and structured home environment
• Supportive approach focused on building safety, consistency, and long-term trust
• Care recipient attends a therapeutic private day school
• Smoke free home
• Client is sensitive to fragrances

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support with morning activities of daily living (ADLs), self-care, and morning preparation
• Deliver clear, minimal verbal prompts one step at a time to support daily routines
• Offer explicit guidance and reminders for meals and nutritional intake
• Prompt for personal care routines
• Maintain a calm, patient, and affirming environment

Requirements:

• Possess strong characteristics such as reliability and dependability
• Experience with prompt-dependent routines and ADL support with autism/neurodiversity or willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills with a calm, patient caregiving approach
• Willingness to complete onboarding paperwork to register through the state care program/agency

Preferences:

• Willingness to do occasional weekend overnights and travel with family on occasion

Compensation:

• $18–$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 characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your relevant experience with youth and neurodivergent care.

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 #178576).