Household Manager w/ Child Assistance & Meal Prep Support

Job Title
: Household Manager w/ Child Assistance & Meal Prep Support
Location:
Davie, FL (33328)
Employment Type:
Part-Time | 20–25 hours per week (20 hours/week guaranteed)
Schedule:
Monday- Friday, approximately 12:00/1:00PM–6:00 PM
Additional flexibility required for:
Weekend Availability:
1–2 weekends per month for approximately 3–5 daytime hours, scheduled in advance.
Overnight cCoverage:
When the parent travels, the role will include staying overnight at the family home, typically for 3–5 consecutive days, 2-3x a year with advance notice.
Compensation:
$32-$37 per hour, commensurate with experience. PTO and sick days offered; details to be finalized at time of hire.
Start Date:
ASAP
Requirements
Maintain a smoke-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable transportation required(mileage reimbursement provided)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. to assist a young child with transfers (toilet, bed, vehicle, dressing) as he’s healing from recent leg surgery
Comfortable with a liberal household
Comfortable with cats and dogs
CPR and First Aid certification preferred
About Our Family
We are a close-knit, busy household with a lot of heart — and we are looking for someone who is ready to be a real part of it. We recently made a big move from the Northeast to Florida, and while we are settling in and making this place home, the pace of life has not slowed down. Our days are full, our schedules are active, and we are looking for a steady constant to serve as our backbone and help keep us organized and our days moving.
At the center of this home is a bright, spirited, and social child who loves being around people and thrives with warmth, encouragement, and consistency. He recently went through a significant surgery and is continuing to build strength and confidence, so he benefits from additional physical support and attentive care throughout the day. This includes the use of mobility aids, regular physical therapy appointments, and some hands-on assistance as needed until he fully regains his strength. He is a joyful child who loves connection, curiosity, and being engaged with the world around him.
We have two cats and a small, friendly dog who rounds out the household energy — and when extended family visits, the house gets a little louder and a little livelier. We love it. Our home is easygoing, inclusive, and open. We believe in kindness, being genuinely curious about the world, and surrounding ourselves with people who share those values.
Who You Are / What We Are Looking For
Warm and Compassionate:
You genuinely enjoy connecting with children and bring a patient, encouraging presence. You understand that children thrive with consistency, attention, and someone who is truly engaged in their day-to-day life.
Comfortable Providing Physical Support:
You are confident in providing hands-on assistance and are physically capable of supporting mobility needs, including support with transfers, dressing, and other daily activities as needed.
Proactive and Resourceful:
You are the type of person who sees what needs to be done and takes initiative without needing constant direction. Whether it is preparing meals, organizing household tasks, or coordinating appointments, you naturally look for ways to make life easier.
Independent and Organized:
You are comfortable managing your own priorities, keeping track of details, and helping create structure in a busy household. You can confidently handle everything from errands and paperwork to household organization projects.
Communicative and Collaborative:
You keep the parent informed, provide thoughtful updates, and understand that strong communication builds trust. You are comfortable working independently while also partnering closely with the family to support their needs.
Kind, Inclusive, and Open-Minded:
You bring genuine warmth and respect to the families you support. You are comfortable in a household that values kindness, curiosity, and creating a welcoming environment for everyone.
Tech-Savvy and Adaptable:
You are comfortable using technology for calendars, communication, scheduling, and household organization, and you enjoy learning new systems that help a household run smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Family Support
Afternoon school pickup and transport to after-school activities/appointments
Provide attentive care and supervision for a child, including physical assistance with transfers, dressing, toileting, and mobility
Accompany child to physical therapy appointments and other care-related errands
Overnight care at the family home when the parent is traveling (typically 3–5 day stretch, 2-3x a year, with advance notice)
Household Organization & Maintenance
Create and maintain household organization systems
Light daily tidying: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas
Reset common areas and prep home ahead of bi-weekly cleaner visits
Occasionally prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Packing and unpacking for travel
Indoor plant care
Replace batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector units as needed
Inventory & Errands
Collaborate on running household supply list via shared notes
Pick up Target and grocery orders
Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-off and pickup, mail and packages
Break down boxes for recycling
Occasional gift shopping for children's events as needed
Meal Support
Plan and cook dinner 1–2 times per week with a leftovers-forward approach
Suggest meals based on what is in the fridge or suggest/plan food to buy; take the mental load off meal planning
Prep snacks for school and after-care; heartier snack on extended-day pickup days
Kitchen clean-up and maintenance
Laundry & Linens
Wash, fold, and put away laundry for the household
Keep laundry area tidy and well-stocked
Vehicle Upkeep
Schedule maintenance for the family vehicle
Fuel the family vehicle when needed
Coordinate mobile car cleaning services
Track vehicle registration and insurance renewal dates
Vendor & Property Oversight
Be present at the home during vendor and contractor visits while parent is working
Research and collect quotes for repairs and services
Schedule and coordinate ongoing vendor relationships (plumber, HVAC, painter, etc.)
Track and prompt HVAC filter changes and other routine home maintenance schedules
Administrative & Personal Assistant Support
Appointment scheduling, coordination and transportation (physical therapy, baseball practice, horse-back-riding, etc.)
Complete household forms and paperwork (enrollment forms, therapy intake, etc.)
Family calendar management (familiarity with Skylight calendar a plus)
Pet Care
Assist with feeding cats/dogs and letting dog out back during any overnight stays
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
Occasional deep cleans of fridge, oven, and baseboards
Collaborate on organizational projects
How to Apply
Please send a short intro letter telling us a little about yourself and why this role feels like a fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information.
Please Note: This role requires a background check.
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