Special Needs Carer Salary in Maryland

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How much does a Special Needs Carer make in Maryland? The average Special Needs Carer salary in Maryland is $36,541 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $32,554 and $41,114. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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What is a Special Needs Carer?

A Special Needs Carer is responsible for providing care and support to individuals with physical, mental, or developmental disabilities. This may include assisting with daily activities such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management, as well as providing emotional support and companionship. Special Needs Carers may also help individuals participate in social and recreational activities, accompany them to medical appointments, and advocate for their needs within the community. Additionally, they may work closely with healthcare professionals, educators, and family members to ensure the individual's overall well-being and quality of life. Strong communication, patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others are essential qualities for this role.

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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Dundalk, MD	Avg. Salary $36,435	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abell, MD	Avg. Salary $39,270	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MD	Avg. Salary $35,691	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD	Avg. Salary $35,903	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, MD	Avg. Salary $35,726	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accident, MD	Avg. Salary $31,721	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accokeek, MD	Avg. Salary $39,377	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamstown, MD	Avg. Salary $38,526	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allen, MD	Avg. Salary $37,675	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD	Avg. Salary $39,448	Date Updated March 26, 2024

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What does a Special Needs Carer do?

Common responsibilities of a Special Needs Carer

Communicating with healthcare professionals, family members, and other caregivers to ensure the individual's needs are being met.

September 14, 2023

Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with special needs, ensuring they have access to necessary resources and services.

October 02, 2023

Assisting with mobility and transportation, including using specialized equipment such as wheelchairs or mobility aids.

October 10, 2023

Providing personal care and support to individuals with special needs, including assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming.

October 11, 2023

Assisting with meal preparation and feeding, taking into account any dietary restrictions or special requirements.

October 13, 2023

Documenting and reporting on the individual's progress and any changes in their condition or needs.

October 21, 2023

Supporting individuals with special needs in engaging in recreational and leisure activities, both at home and in the community.

November 11, 2023

Administering medication and monitoring health conditions as needed.

November 15, 2023

Implementing behavior management strategies and techniques to support individuals with challenging behaviors.

November 15, 2023

Providing emotional support and companionship to individuals with special needs, promoting their overall well-being and social integration.

November 26, 2023

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Maryland (US: /ˈmɛrələnd/ (listen) MERR-əl-ənd) is a state in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, bordering Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia to its south and west; Pennsylvania to its north; and Delaware to its east. The state's largest city is Baltimore, and its capital is Annapolis. Among its occasional nicknames are Old Line State, the Free State, and the Chesapeake Bay State. It is named after the English queen Henrietta Maria, known in England as Queen Mary. Sixteen of Maryland's twenty-three counties border the tidal waters of the Chesapeake Bay estuary and...

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