Family Assistant

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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