Child Caregiver – Private Household

Reid Family | Three children

Reid Family is seeking an experienced, patient, and energetic caregiver who can confidently supervise and care for three children of different ages. The ideal candidate will provide attentive care, support the children’s daily routines and development, and maintain a safe, positive, and engaging home environment.

Job Details

·        Location: 11 A Carleton Cathcart Street, Stittsville, ON K2S 1A4

·        Work location: On site

·        Salary: $21.00 per hour for 40 hours per week

·        Employment terms: Permanent, full-time

·        Schedule: Flexible shifts may include early mornings, mornings, days, evenings, nights, and weekends; schedule to be determined

·        Start date: As soon as possible

·        Vacancies: 1

Requirements

Language

English

Education

·        Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work Environment and Setting

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work Site Environment

·        Non-smoking

·        Scent-free

Work Setting

·        Employer’s home

·        Work in the employer’s/client’s home

·        Optional accommodation is available at no charge on a live-in basis. This is not a condition of employment.

·        Relocation costs are covered by the employer

Responsibilities

·        Assume full responsibility for the household in the parents’ absence

·        Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties

·        Wash, iron, and press clothing and household linens

·        Guide and discipline the children according to the methods requested by the parents

·        Teach the children personal hygiene and support their social development

·        Maintain a safe and healthy home environment

·        Organize activities for the children, including games and outings

·        Prepare and serve nutritious meals

·        Supervise and care for the children

·        Take the children to and from school and appointments

·        Support the children’s emotional well-being

·        Help the children with homework

·        Cook

Credentials

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

·        CPR Certificate

·        First Aid Certificate

Experience and Specialization

Target Audience

·        Children

·        Experience supervising and caring for a multi-aged group of children

Additional Information

Security and Safety

·        Must be bondable

·        Criminal record check required

·        References required

Personal Suitability

·        Experienced in caring for children of different ages

·        Patient and energetic

·        Excellent oral communication

·        Organized

·        Reliable

·        Team player

·        Honest

Benefits

Health Benefits

·        Private health insurance until the caregiver becomes eligible for OHIP

·        Health care plan

·        Three paid sick days

Financial Benefits

·        Gasoline paid or subsidized public transportation/transportation provided by the employer

·        Statutory holidays provided or compensated at 1.5 times the regular rate, as applicable

·        10 paid vacation days per year

Other Benefits

·        Free parking

·        Meals during the workday

·        Other benefits

Employment Equity

The employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants, including people who self-identify as members of the following groups:

·        Newcomers and refugees

·        Youths

·        Veterans

·        Indigenous people

·        Visible minorities

Who Can Apply?

You may apply if you are:

·        A Canadian citizen

·        A permanent resident of Canada

·        A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

How to Apply

By email: fatinareid1285@gmail.com

Include with Your Application

Answers to the following screening questions:

·        Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?

·        Do you have experience working in this field?

May Be Required Later in the Hiring Process

·        References confirming your experience