Family Assistant

Job Title:
Household Manager & Family Assistant
Location:
Huntington, NY (11743)
Employment Type:
Part-Time, 8 hours/week guaranteed
Schedule:
M/T, 4 hours/day; preferred schedule of 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with flexibility for an earlier start time (no earlier than 10:00 AM)
Compensation:
$28-$32/hour based on experience
Start Date:
ASAP

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States
Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation
Comfort with children and dogs
CPR and First Aid certified, or willingness to obtain
Experience with household management preferred (1-2 years minimum)
Bilingual in Spanish or Greek preferred
Professional, business casual attire preferred
About Our Family
This warm and busy household is looking for a reliable partner who can help bring organization, consistency, and ease to everyday life. Our family values someone who feels like an extension of themselves: a person who notices what needs to be done, helps create smoother systems, and brings a thoughtful, proactive approach to household management.
Our household includes a young child and a small senior dog, and we appreciate someone who is comfortable around children, understands the importance of a safe and organized environment, and can work independently while staying connected with our needs. We are looking for someone who enjoys creating structure, improving routines, and becoming a trusted part of the household rhythm.
Who You Are / What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented self-starter who naturally looks for ways to make life easier. You enjoy organization, creating efficient systems, and suggesting improvements when you see opportunities to streamline routines. You are comfortable using technology for scheduling and communication, can manage tasks independently, and have a warm, calm presence around children.
In this role, you will provide hands-on support with household organization, family scheduling, meal preparation, laundry, errands, and occasional childcare assistance. You will help create smoother daily routines by anticipating needs, maintaining systems, and taking ownership of important household details.
This role is best suited for someone who is trustworthy, professional, collaborative, and able to maintain a light footprint while working in a family’s home. The family values someone who is dependable, communicative, adaptable, and takes initiative without needing constant direction.

Key Responsibilities

Household Organization & Maintenance
Maintain household organization systems
Daily resets and prepping home for monthly cleaners
Light tidying including putting away dishes, wiping down surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas
Seasonal swaps of toddler’s clothing
Inventory & Errands
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
Collaboratively manage running household supply lists
Meal Support
Put away groceries
Prep and wash fruits and vegetables
Kitchen clean-up and maintenance
Laundry & Linens
Wash, fold, and put away family laundry
Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas
Family Support
Prep lunch bag/diaper bag and water bottle for toddler
Occasionally assist with pick-ups/drop-offs as a backup/emergency pickup
Light supervision and back-up childcare as needed
Administrative & Personal Assistant Support
Appointment scheduling/coordination and adding to shared calendar
Awareness of household schedules
Pet Care
Occasionally walk dog
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
Occasional deep cleans of fridge, oven, and baseboards, approx. 1x/year
How to Apply
Please submit a short intro letter, updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information.
Please Note: This role requires a background check.
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