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Job Title: Family Assistant
Location: Houston, TX, 77018
Employment Type: Part-time (10-12 hours/week)
Schedule: Flexible, 3 days a week (Monday required, plus either Thursday or Friday, and another midweek day), 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Compensation: $21 - $25/hour
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements
- Maintain a smoke-free environment.
- Reliable transportation required. Mileage reimbursement will be provided.
- Comfortable being around dogs (must be dog-friendly).
- Vaccinations in accordance with CDC guidelines for being around children.
- Peanut allergy awareness (must be able to avoid peanuts in food preparation and household areas).
About Our Family
We are a warm, energetic family with two young children and two dogs, looking for someone to help us with household tasks and lighten the load. Both parents work full-time and are seeking a reliable, proactive individual to support with daily operations and care. We are a loving family, and we are eager to build a relationship with someone who can help us maintain balance in our busy lives. We enjoy a vibrant home life and appreciate hands-on help that makes our day-to-day easier, from meal prep to organizing to child assistance. If you're someone who thrives in a busy, dynamic environment and enjoys being part of a close-knit, positive atmosphere, we'd love to meet you.
Who You Are / What We're Looking For
- Positive, proactive, and self-motivated individual.
- Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to create systems to keep the home running smoothly.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to follow instructions carefully.
- Personable, warm, and easy to communicate with.
- Comfortable with light child supervision and backup childcare duties.
- Able to work around dogs and take care of light pet-related tasks.
- Reliable and responsible with transportation.
- Flexible and adaptable, able to take on various tasks around the house as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Family Support & Child Assistance
- Provide light supervision and backup childcare for the children when needed.
Household Organization & Maintenance
- Create and maintain household organization systems.
- Perform daily resets to keep the home tidy and prepped for cleaners.
- Oversee seasonal home organization tasks, like swapping out décor and managing storage.
- Prepare for family events and guest stays.
- Handle donation drop-offs and pickups.
- Light tidying including dishes, bottle washing, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
- Assist with packing and unpacking for travel.
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
- Tackle occasional deep cleans, such as the fridge or other high-use areas.
- Refresh garage, mudroom, and entry areas.
- Clean humidifiers, air purifiers, and other special cleaning tasks.
- Manage organizational projects for toys, gear, and other household items.
Inventory & Errands
- Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies.
- Manage grocery and household supply orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, HEB).
- Handle returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, and mail/package handling.
- Break down boxes for recycling or disposal.
Meal Support
- Prepare 3 dinners per week, following family meal plans.
- Chop vegetables, prep ingredients, and maintain kitchen cleanliness during meal prep.
- Grocery shopping in accordance with family dietary preferences (peanut allergy awareness).
- Assist with kitchen cleanup and maintenance.
Laundry & Linens
- Fold, organize, and rotate laundry (family handles washing).
- Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area.
Pet Care
- Walk the dogs (short daily walks).
- Schedule and manage vet/grooming appointments.
- Maintain pet supplies and monitor food levels for timely refills.
Vehicle Upkeep
- Schedule and oversee vehicle maintenance as needed.
- Occasionally fuel and clean family vehicles.
Vendor & Property Oversight
- Manage outdoor spaces and ensure they are maintained.
How to Apply:
Please ensure to include the following when applying:
- A brief letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for this role
- Your updated resume
- At least 3 professional references with contact information
This role requires a background check.
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