About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Non-smoking. 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. 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. 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. Supervise and care for children. Take children to and from school and to appointments. Tend to emotional well-being of children. Cook. Target audience: Children. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Drug test. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks. Work under pressure. Attention to detail. Weight handling: Up to 9 kg (20 lbs). Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs). Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Honesty. Screening questions: Are you currently a student?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.