Household Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Brookhaven, GA

8d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time Household Manager & Family Assistant role for a busy household with two professionals and a school-aged child. The family is seeking help to organize their home and streamline daily life. The role involves supporting the child's afterschool routine, maintaining household organization systems, managing errands, assisting with meal preparation, handling laundry, basic pet care, and overseeing vendors. The position emphasizes trust, reliability, and proactive problem-solving. The family is looking for someone to create calm and order, with the potential for increased hours and responsibilities over time.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal transportation and a clean driving record required.
CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain prior to start.
Must be comfortable using a location tracker when transporting or accompanying the child.
Candidates are required to 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.
Experience working with children is important.
Must be confident in abilities, not need hand-holding, and find deep satisfaction in creating order and calm.

Nice To Haves

Genuine pride in keeping a household running beautifully.
Reliability is non-negotiable.
Trustworthiness is essential.
Organized and detail-oriented.
Professional yet warm.
Communicate proactively and clearly.
Understand that our time is valuable and operate with that awareness.

Responsibilities

Afternoon pickup from the neighborhood bus stop or from enrichment classes (up to twice per week)
Provide light supervision and attentive afterschool care until parents are home
Empty backpack daily and ensure all necessary items are ready for the next school day (fresh water bottle, snacks, required materials)
Track and calendarize school communications including spirit days, early release days, and other school events
Support child-related errands as needed
Build and maintain household organization systems over time, beginning with the playroom (toy rotation), the child's closet (seasonal clothing swaps), bathrooms, and kitchen
Perform daily resets to keep the home tidy and prepared for the bi-weekly cleaning service
Light tidying including dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas
Coordinate seasonal clothing transitions as the child grows
Coordinate donation drop-offs as items accumulate
Assist with holiday, event, and guest room preparation, including bedding changes for frequent family visitors
Assist with travel packing and inventory support as needed
Care for approximately five indoor plants
Handle general home maintenance tasks including changing batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector checks
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies regularly
Maintain a running household supply list
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon, Costco, Target)
Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-off and pickup, and occasional gift shopping
Manage mail and package handling; open and break down boxes on a regular basis
Grocery shop 1–2 times per week based on a planned meal list
Support light meal prep including chopping vegetables, rinsing produce, and preparing ingredients so the family can complete cooking
Prepare healthy snacks and school lunch components as needed
Assist with kitchen clean-up and general maintenance following prep
Wash, fold and put away laundry
Refresh linens and towels weekly; prepare guest room bedding as needed
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
Maintain the Litter-Robot (swap bag and refill litter as needed; no scooping required)
Change the cat's water filter every two weeks
Keep pet supplies stocked
Assist with occasional deep clean tasks including fridge clean-outs (particularly when meal prepping), oven, and baseboards
Support organizational projects including playroom toy rotation and seasonal gear management
Clean water filters and other home systems as needed
Be present and available when service providers visit (plumbers, painters, handymen, etc.)
Research repair options and gather initial quotes for the family's review
Ensure outdoor spaces stay tidy, including bringing outdoor toys inside
Filter and forward relevant school and household emails for calendar management (early release days, spirit weeks, etc.)
Assist with occasional restaurant reservations or light travel logistics as needed
Support general receipt and budget tracking