child caregiver - private home

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

Non-smoking. Scent free.

Work setting:

Employer's home.

Tasks:

• Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents.
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Shop for food and household supplies.
• Travel with family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties.
• Wash, iron and press clothing and household linens.
• Bathe, dress and feed infants and children.
• Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents.
• Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development.
• Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding children.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home.
• Organize, activities such as games and outings for children.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals.
• Prepare infants and children for rest periods.
• Supervise and care for children.
• Tend to emotional well-being of children.

Transportation/travel information:

Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Repetitive tasks.

Weight handling:

Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility.
• Initiative.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Experience:

1 to less than 7 months.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Evening.
• Shift.
• Flexible hours.
• Morning.
• On call.
• Weekend.

Support for youths:

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.