Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

Security and Safety

Medical exam, Drug test, Child abuse registry check, Child welfare check

Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks, Work under pressure, Physically demanding

Work Location Information

Staff accommodation available, Work in employer’s/client’s home, Room and board provided

Personal Suitability

Initiative, Organized, Judgement, Flexibility, Reliability, Team player, Effective interpersonal skills, Client focus, Excellent written communication, Excellent oral communication

Additional Skills

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, Care for pets

Children’s Ages

Toddler to pre-school (1 – 3 years)

Specific Skills

Bathe, dress and feed infants and children, Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents, Prepare infants and children for rest periods, Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding children, Care for foster children, Sterilize bottles, prepare formulas and change diapers for infants, 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

Weight Handling

Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Work Setting

Employer’s home