ME394 - Part-Time Family Assistant - Orangeburg, NY

British American Household Staffing•City of Yonkers, NY

5d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

A private family in Orangeburg, NY, with two 14-year-old children and a dog, is seeking an experienced, organized, and proactive part-time household assistant to manage day-to-day household needs. The role combines household organization, family meal preparation, light housekeeping, and occasional assistance with the family’s teenage daughter. Deep cleaning is handled by a separate cleaning service. The schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, with some Mondays as needed. Flexibility for an occasional fourth day is preferred. The start date is ASAP. Compensation is $50–$65 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

Prior experience as a Household Assistant, Family Assistant, or in a similar private household role.
Excellent organizational skills and a proactive approach to household management.
Comfort preparing family-style meals.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Strong communication skills, reliability, flexibility, and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and anticipate the family’s needs.
Comfort working in a home with a dog.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with teenagers.
Understanding of ADHD-related organizational and time-management needs.
Flexibility for an occasional fourth workday.

Responsibilities

Maintain daily household organization, including tidying common areas, children’s bedrooms, and kitchen surfaces.
Proactively declutter and organize household spaces.
Manage daily laundry, including washing, folding, and putting clothing away.
Prepare family dinners three to four evenings per week according to the family’s preferences and clean the kitchen afterward.
Assist the teenage daughter with her after-school routine, including preparing her dance bag, organizing attire, and helping her stay on schedule.
Provide occasional transportation to dance classes and other local activities.
Support time management and organization for a child with ADHD.
Coordinate with household service providers, contractors, and vendors, including overseeing access to the home when needed.
Run occasional household errands, including grocery pickup, dry cleaning, and restocking household essentials.
Maintain a welcoming, organized, and smoothly functioning home.