Household Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus • Brookhaven, GA

100d • $30 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

The Household Manager & Family Assistant supports a busy family by providing afterschool child assistance, household organization and maintenance, errands, meal support, laundry, pet care, vendor oversight, and light administrative assistance. The family is seeking a reliable, trustworthy, organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and professional person who can work independently and help create sustainable systems and calm in the home. The household includes a school-age child and a cat. The role requires maintaining a smoke-free environment and completing a background check.

This is a part-time position in Brookhaven, Georgia, scheduled Tuesday through Thursday from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM EST, for 15–20 hours per week, with 15 hours guaranteed and potential for hours and responsibilities to grow. Compensation is $30–$35 per hour, commensurate with experience. Mileage reimbursement or a monthly gas stipend is provided for use of a personal vehicle. The start date is ASAP.

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Have reliable personal transportation and a clean driving record.
• Be CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain certification before starting.
• Be comfortable using a location tracker when transporting or accompanying the child.
• Be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, subject to applicable legal accommodations.
• Have experience working with children.
• Demonstrate reliability, trustworthiness, organization, attention to detail, proactive communication, professionalism, and the ability to work independently.
• Submit a short introduction letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with current contact information.
• Complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Pick up the child from the neighborhood bus stop or enrichment classes, up to twice per week.
• Provide light supervision and attentive afterschool care until the parents return home.
• Empty the child's backpack daily and prepare items needed for the next school day, including a fresh water bottle, snacks, and required materials.
• Track school communications and add spirit days, early release days, and other school events to the calendar.
• Support child-related errands as needed.
• Build and maintain household organization systems, beginning with the playroom, child's closet, bathrooms, and kitchen.
• Perform daily household resets to keep the home tidy and prepared for the bi-weekly cleaning service.
• Handle light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas.
• Coordinate seasonal clothing transitions as the child grows and arrange donation drop-offs as items accumulate.
• Assist with holiday, event, and guest room preparation, including changing bedding for family visitors.
• Assist with travel packing and inventory as needed.
• Care for approximately five indoor plants.
• Handle general home maintenance tasks, including changing batteries and light bulbs and checking smoke detectors.
• Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies and maintain a running household supply list.
• Manage household orders and subscriptions through services such as Amazon, Costco, and Target.
• Handle returns, dry-cleaning drop-offs and pickups, and occasional gift shopping.
• Manage mail and packages, including opening and breaking down boxes regularly.
• Grocery shop one to two times per week based on a planned meal list.
• Support light meal preparation, including chopping vegetables, rinsing produce, and preparing ingredients.
• Prepare healthy snacks and school lunch components as needed.
• Assist with kitchen cleanup and general maintenance after meal preparation.
• Wash, fold, and put away laundry; refresh linens and towels weekly; and prepare guest room bedding as needed.
• Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area.
• Maintain the Litter-Robot by changing its bag and refilling litter as needed; no scooping is required.
• Change the cat's water filter every two weeks and keep pet supplies stocked.
• Assist with occasional deep-cleaning tasks, including refrigerator clean-outs, oven cleaning, and baseboards.
• Support organizational projects, including playroom toy rotation and seasonal gear management.
• Clean water filters and other home systems as needed.
• Be present for service-provider visits, such as those by plumbers, painters, and handymen.
• Research repair options and gather initial quotes for the family's review.
• Keep outdoor spaces tidy, including bringing outdoor toys inside.
• Filter and forward relevant school and household emails for calendar management.
• Assist with occasional restaurant reservations and light travel logistics.
• Support general receipt and budget tracking.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement or a monthly gas stipend for use of a personal vehicle.
• Guaranteed 15 hours per week.
• Potential to grow in hours, scope, and responsibility as the relationship develops and the family's needs evolve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed