Special Needs Nanny

Position Type: Full Time

Position Location: Worthington, OH

Office: Jovie of Powell

Job Description:

  • Competitive pay: $17.50–$18.50 per hour
    Mileage reimbursement for all work-related travel—get compensated for your commute!

    Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and teens with unique support needs. Our most rewarding positions offer the chance to work with wonderful kids from multiple families, building connections that truly matter.
    As an approved respite provider for children with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental or medical needs, we’re expanding our Respite Care Team. Many families are waiting for a caring, patient role model to step in and support their child. Could that be you?

    Support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by:
    Assisting with daily living activities, including personal care, housekeeping, and meal preparation
    Working collaboratively with families, co-workers, and healthcare professionals
    Supporting clients in living as independently as possible
    Providing transportation to appointments and activities (with mileage reimbursement)

    Current Opportunities
    We’re seeking nannies and sitters for a variety of roles with our pre-screened families:
    Weekly placements with consistent families (weekday afternoons/evenings)
    Weekend shifts with consistent families (typically 4-hour shifts; choose one or two per day)
    Occasional care with flexible scheduling—you choose open assignments through our My Jovie App

    Ideal Candidate: 
    Warm, engaging, and ready to connect with children in their home environment
    Comfortable creating fun, enriching moments through play, reading, and creative activities
    Experience with special needs—whether through family, volunteer work, school, or previous jobs—is highly valued
    Able to provide childcare references (paid or unpaid)
    Available for 4-hour shifts between 3pm-7pmon weekdays or 10a-7pm on weekends
    Reliably able to travel to family homes and carry personal auto insurance

    About us:
    For more than 20 years, Jovie Nannies + Sitters has been a trusted partner for parents seeking childcare solutions from full or part-time nannies to fun-filled sitters to on-call backup childcare. Join us if you're ready for a rewarding journey! Jovie is all about community and purpose, providing nannies and sitters with training, resources, and support to boost their childcare skills and confidence. Jovie provides equal employment opportunities to all – we celebrate diversity! 🌈

    Real Life Reviews:
    • “One of the best environments and people-group that I have ever worked for.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Google
    • “Jovie has great management and safe families.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Indeed
    • “This job has been a godsend as it got my foot in the door in the childcare industry and has sustained me living on my own.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Glassdoor


    Text NANNY to571-621-6351 to apply and schedule your interview in under 3 minutes.
  • Job Benefits:

    • Earn Reward points for gift cards to Target, Door Dash, Lululemon, Starbucks and more through family feedback, taking last minute shifts, on time arrival, and special contests.
    • Employer-sponsored CPR/First Aid
    • Legal pay with bi-weekly direct deposit; accrued sick time; Worker’s Comp insurance
    • Meet new families and build requested and repeat assignments
    • My Jovie App for setting your schedule and keeping assignment details organized
    • Paid training and professional development
    • Regular wage increases
    • Support from our experienced staffing team who works to get you all the hours you need! Or view our calendar of open assignments and self-select the jobs you want
    • Support, mentorship, team atmosphere, and engaged leadership
    • Vetted families who value the professional care that comes from a professional placement agency
    • Work within pre-determined locations and with favorite families
    • You’ll receive a Kid-Kit filled with age-appropriate activities and games that you will bring to childcare assignments

    Job Certifications:

    Salary: 17.50-18.50/Hourly

    Education: High School or GED

    Experience: 6 months

    Tell us a little bit about yourself and your childcare experience.

    Must be 18 or older to apply.