Family Assistant (FT)
Job #: J2179
Position Details: Full-Time, Live-Out
Location: Chappaqua, NY
Schedule: Ideally Monday–Thursday
Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Earlier start time may be available if needed, but the candidate must be able to stay until 6:30 PM.
Compensation: $30–$35 per hour
Start Date: August 31, 2026
A private family in Chappaqua, NY is seeking a reliable and proactive Full-Time Family Assistant to help support the smooth day-to-day running of their home. The ideal candidate is organized, dog-friendly, comfortable assisting with light household upkeep, able to prepare family meals, and willing to drive using their own car for errands and transportation needs.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys helping a household stay organized, well-managed, and running efficiently.
Main Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily household support and general family assistant duties.
- Prepare breakfast and lunch for the son.
- Prepare dinner for the family of three at least three days per week.
- Drive using own vehicle for errands and transportation for the son.
- Handle grocery shopping and household errands.
- Assist with laundry and general household organization.
- Help with light housekeeping and maintaining a tidy home.
- Assist with basic household maintenance awareness, such as noticing issues and communicating when repairs or service are needed.
- Provide daily pet care for the family dogs, including walking once per day, feeding once per day, and letting them outside as needed.
- Keep the household running smoothly by taking initiative and following the family’s preferences.
Required Qualities:
- Prior family assistant, household assistant, or similar private home experience preferred.
- Must be comfortable with dogs and daily pet care.
- Strong cooking and meal preparation skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
- Organized and proactive.
- Able to take direction well and follow household routines.
- Comfortable driving and using own car for errands and transportation.
- Familiar with general household upkeep and maintenance needs.
- Flexible, helpful, and willing to assist where needed.
- Ideally located near Chappaqua, NY to ensure a manageable commute.
Cooking Required:
Yes. The candidate will be responsible for preparing breakfast and lunch for the son and preparing dinner for the family of three at least three days per week.
Requirements:
- Minimum 3+ solid years of family assistant experience in a private household.
- Excellent references from both current and previous employers.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must speak and be able to communicate well in English.
- Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
- Valid Driver's license and clean driving record.