Muffetta Household Staffing Agency, Inc.

Family/Household Assistant

Tarrytown, New YorkFull-time
$35 - $45 hourly
About the Job
Family/Household Assistant (FT)

Job #:J2369

Position Details: Full-Time, Live-Out
Location: North Tarrytown, NY
Days: Monday–Friday
Hours: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Compensation: $35–$45 per hour, paid via W2 (on the books)
Additional Benefits: Paid federal holidays, vacation while the family is away, and use of a family vehicle during working hours
Start Date: October 12, 2026

A private family in North Tarrytown, NY is seeking a dependable and caring Family/Household Assistant to support the day-to-day needs of the home. The role includes household organization, errands, laundry, light housekeeping, and after-school support and transportation for two teenage daughters.

Main Work Duties:
  • Maintain the overall organization and day-to-day upkeep of the home.
  • Perform light housekeeping and household resets as needed.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and common areas.
  • Keep the girls' bedrooms and closets neat and organized.
  • Assist with general household organization projects.
  • Handle household laundry, including washing, drying, folding, and putting items away.
  • Iron clothing and linens as needed.
  • Help maintain organized closets and wardrobes.
  • Grocery shopping and household supply runs.
  • Pharmacy pickups.
  • Trips to FedEx and the post office.
  • Drop off and pick up dry cleaning.
  • Complete additional household errands as needed.
  • Attend to the needs of the family's two daughters, ages 13 and 16, after school.
  • Pick up the children when needed.
  • Drive them to activities, appointments, and other scheduled commitments.
  • Help ensure their afternoon schedules run smoothly.
  • Provide appropriate supervision until the parents return home.
  • A family vehicle will be provided for all work-related driving.

Required Qualities:
  • Professional, friendly, and dependable.
  • Punctual and responsible.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Caring, warm, and family-oriented.
  • Takes pride in maintaining a clean and organized home.
  • Proactive and willing to assist wherever needed.
  • Organized and able to manage multiple household responsibilities.
  • Trustworthy and discreet.
  • Comfortable becoming a supportive extension of the family.

Qualifications:
  • Prior experience as a Family Assistant, Household Assistant, Personal Assistant, or in a similar private household role preferred.
  • Experience working with teenagers is preferred.
  • Comfortable performing light housekeeping, laundry, ironing, and household organization.
  • Comfortable running errands independently.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
  • Comfortable driving children to activities and appointments.
  • Strong communication and time-management skills.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Strong professional references.