Child caregiver – private home

Private Household based in Moncton, NB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Child caregiver – private home who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Term or contract or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Overtime, On Call, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Private Household
Position: Child caregiver – private home
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $16.00 hourly / 30 to 44 hours per week
Employment type: Term or contract, Full time
Location: Moncton, NB

Job Description

  • The candidate will be expected to take full responsibility for the household in the absence of parents.
  • The candidate must perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
  • The candidate must go shopping for food and household supplies.
  • The candidate will be required to accompany the family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties.
  • The candidate must wash, iron, and press clothing and household linens.
  • The candidate will be expected to look after pets.
  • The candidate must bathe, dress, and feed infants and children.
  • The candidate must discipline children using the methods specified by the parents.
  • The candidate will be responsible for instructing children in personal hygiene and social development.
  • The candidate will be required to keep daily activity and health records for children.
  • The candidate will be expected to keep the home safe and healthy.
  • The candidate will be expected to organise activities for children such as games and outings.
  • The candidate must prepare and serve healthy meals.
  • The candidate must prepare infants and children for rest periods.
  • The candidate must sterilise bottles, prepare formula, and change infant diapers.
  • The candidate will be responsible for supervising and caring for children.
  • The candidate will be responsible for transporting children to and from school and appointments.
  • The candidate will be expected to look after the emotional well-being of children.
  • The candidate will be expected to assist children with their homework.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate must be bilingual.
  • There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in a related industry.
  • Fluency in Swahili is an asset.
  • The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
  • The candidate should be client focused.
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
  • The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.
  • The candidate must have excellent time management skills.

Work site environment

  • The work environment is smoke-free and odor-free.

Work setting

  • The candidate will be required to work at the employer’s residence.
  • The candidate must work in an urban area.
  • The candidate must work in the employer’s/client’s home.
  • The candidate’s relocation expenses will be covered by the employer.
  • The candidate must be willing to relocate to the specified location.

Experience and specialization

Target audience

  • The candidate will be expected to supervise and care for a multi-age group of children.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate should be subjected to a thorough child abuse registry check, child welfare check, criminal record check, driver’s validity licence check, driving record check (abstract), drug test, and vulnerable sector check.
  • The candidate must provide valid reference information.

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must have their own transportation.
  • The candidate has access to public transportation.
  • The candidate’s travel expenses will be covered by the employer.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel frequently.
  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.
  • The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
  • The candidate should have an eye for details.

Benefits

  • Financial and Other benefits benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
  • Under Financial Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Gratuities and paid Mileage.
  • In addition to the Financial benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Free parking, Employer-paid learning/training, Employer-provided transportation and Parking facilities.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Job reference number- HC001
  • Cover letter
  • References attesting experience
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
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