Part-Time Nurturing Child Caregiver & Family Support

Ywca Bc; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical

Dental benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Family Assistance Program

Mentorship program

Equity committees

Health + Fitness Club membership

Hotel Willo discounts

Priority in YWCA BC Child Care centres

Job summary

YWCA BC is seeking a compassionate Child Minder to provide nurturing, child-centered care for families in our second-stage housing program. You will support mothers as they access essential services, while ensuring the safety and well-being of their children.

This part-time role requires excellent communication, observation, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and respectfully with diverse families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a care or early childhood setting.
• Knowledge of child development and trauma-informed care.
• Ability to work independently and respond to a variety of situations.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• Culturally sensitive and respectful of diverse family backgrounds.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• A valid clear criminal record check (including working with vulnerable populations) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide child-centered care to children of various ages.
• Follow each child's daily schedule with consistency and attention.
• Monitor children’s health, emotional well-being, and developmental progress.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and engaging environment at all times.
• Sanitize toys and equipment, launder cloths and bibs, and set up space for activities.
• Record each child’s routines, food/liquid intake, and developmental progress.
• Write daily updates and progress notes for internal teams and families.
• Keep accurate and organized charts detailing each child’s day.
• Greet families and children warmly during drop-off and pick-up.
• Communicate daily updates and observations with team members and caregivers.
• Ensure the team is informed about each child’s location and needs.
• Share and receive relevant information with staff and families.
• Participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating childminding programming.
• Offer parenting resources and information to mothers in second-stage housing.
• Perform other related duties to support space and children’s well-being.

Skills

Childcare experience

Trauma-informed care

Independent work

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

First Aid/CPR

Job description

YWCA BC is seeking a compassionate Child Minder to provide nurturing, child-centered care for families in our second-stage housing program. You will support mothers as they access essential services, while ensuring the safety and well-being of their children.

This part-time role requires excellent communication, observation, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and respectfully with diverse families.