Family Assistant

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Sage Haus

Family Assistant

Houston, TX
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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 : $23 - $28/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, 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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