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Caregiver

Arventa Group
Riyadh, KSA
Full-time
Senior
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago
Special-needs childcareAutism careDaily living and personal careBehavioral supportSkill-acquisition strategiesChild development and recreational activities

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Opportunity

The caregiver will provide individualized care and developmental support to a 9-year-old child with special needs in a private-family setting.

The role combines childcare, structured routines, behavioral support, recreation, and light child-related household responsibilities.

The family works with an interdisciplinary support team; experience with autism or other developmental needs is preferred.

Childcare and daily living

  • Provide safe, attentive one-on-one care and maintain routines for grooming, hygiene, leisure, play, and morning and nighttime activities.
  • Prepare meals according to family instructions and prescribed dietary requirements.
  • Administer medication only when authorized, trained, and permitted.
  • Keep child-related bedrooms, play areas, and learning environments clean and organized.
  • Assist with childcare-related laundry and meal preparation.

Behavioral and developmental support

  • Implement skill-acquisition strategies prescribed by the supervising Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
  • Encourage developmental, recreational, and educational activities, including games, arts, and outdoor play.
  • Support the child's engagement, independence, and developmental progress.

Family collaboration

  • Communicate with parents, caregivers, and interdisciplinary professionals about activities, meals, schedules, and concerns.
  • Follow household rules, traditions, and routines; work collaboratively with the family and support team.
  • Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and dependable attendance.

Mandatory qualifications and experience

  • At least five years of childcare experience and a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Fluency in English and commitment to a minimum 24-month employment period.
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
  • Valid driver's licence where driving responsibilities are assigned.
  • Flexible hours and on-call support may be required; non-smoking status and comfort around household pets apply where applicable.
  • Ability to safely participate in active childcare and recreation, including lifting up to 50 kg subject to safe practices and applicable accommodations.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience supporting children with autism or other special needs is preferred.
  • Occupational therapy, recreational therapy, or autism-related care background is preferred.
  • BCAT certification where applicable, Arabic proficiency, and private-family or multidisciplinary care experience are preferred.

Schedule and working conditions

  • Full-time, 40 working hours per week distributed across six days.
  • On-call availability may be required during travel, illness, or other family needs.
  • The role involves extended periods sitting, standing, and remaining physically active, and may include swimming, outdoor recreation, and dynamic movements.

Location and relocation

  • The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and services are provided in the family home and community.
  • Candidates must be willing to relocate to Riyadh and work on-site.
  • Employer-sponsored work visa and relocation assistance are available to eligible candidates.

Relocation support

  • International candidates are welcome; visa sponsorship is subject to eligibility and applicable Saudi Arabian immigration requirements.
  • Relocation assistance is available to support a move to Riyadh.

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