Child Caregiver

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Security and Safety

Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

Travel expenses paid by employer, Public transportation is available

Work Location Information

Work in employer's/client's home

Work Site Environment

Non-smoking, Scent free

Personal Suitability

Reliability, Initiative, Organized, Flexibility, Excellent oral communication, Effective interpersonal skills, Judgement

Additional Skills

Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents, Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties, Travel with family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties, Wash, iron and press clothing and household linens

Children's Ages

Over 12 years, School age (6 – 12 years)

Specific Skills

Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home, Take children to and from school and to appointments, Tend to emotional well-being of children, Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development, Organize, activities such as games and outings for children, Prepare and serve nutritious meals, Supervise and care for children, Help children with homework

Target Audience

Supervise and care for multi-aged group of children

Weight Handling

Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Work Setting

Employer's home, Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment