About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Non-smoking. Work setting: Employer's home. Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment. Work in employer's/client's home. Tasks: Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning 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. Help children with homework. Cook. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Reference required. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks. Work under pressure. Attention to detail. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Time management. Patience. Honesty. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.