**Experienced RBT & CNA Available for Evening & Weekend Respite Care 🌟**
Hello! My name is Shaira, and I’m an experienced **Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), CNA, and disability support professional** offering private respite and mentoring services for **children, teens, and adults with autism and developmental disabilities** in the Melbourne/Brevard County area.
I’m also a **mother of two**, which has given me personal experience navigating the everyday challenges and joys that come with supporting children with different needs. One of my children has **autism and ADHD**, and my youngest has **ADHD**. This personal experience, combined with my professional background, has given me a genuine understanding of the importance of patience, consistency, structure, communication, and compassion.
Professionally, I have **10+ years of experience working with children and individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, and special needs**, along with extensive healthcare and caregiving experience.
I’m currently looking to work with **1–2 families** who need dependable support **2–3 days/nights per week**, ideally for **3–4 hours at a time**.
**Services I can provide:**
• Evening respite so parents can have a break
• Autism and behavioral support
• Social skills and communication activities
• Homework and structured activities
• Life and independent-living skills
• Community outings and recreational activities
• Meal/snack preparation
• Personal care and daily living assistance
• Companionship and supervision
• Positive behavior support and redirection
I understand that every individual is different. My goal is to provide a **safe, structured, supportive, and enjoyable environment** while following the family's routines, preferences, and care instructions.
**Availability:**
📅 Monday–Friday after **5:00 PM**
⏰ Approximately **3–4 hours per evening**
📅 **Possible weekend availability** depending on the family's needs and scheduling
📌 Looking for **2–3 days/nights per week**
I’m especially interested in finding a **long-term family match** where I can provide consistent, dependable support and give parents the opportunity to work, run errands, attend appointments, enjoy a date night, or simply have some much-needed time for themselves.
If your family is looking for an experienced, caring, reliable RBT/CNA who understands both professionally and personally what it means to support children with additional needs, please send me a message.