Per Diem Child Care Companion

Haven Home Care Services LLC; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Haven Home Care Services LLC is seeking dependable Per Diem Child Care Companions to support Bright Horizons backup care in Bridgewater and surrounding areas. These assignments are per diem, with no guaranteed weekly hours, offering flexible shifts and travel to client homes.

Ideal candidates have childcare experience and a valid driver’s license, and may have CPR/First Aid certification. HHA/CHHA certification is not required, and background screening will be completed.

Qualifications

• Dependable, responsible, and comfortable caring for children
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle
• Willingness to travel to different case locations
• Childcare, babysitting, daycare, companion care, caregiving, or similar experience preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred
• HHA/CHHA certification is NOT required
• Must successfully complete required employment and background screening

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and attentive supervision of children
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities, games, reading, and play
• Assist with meals and snacks as needed
• Follow the family's routines and care instructions
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment
• Provide companionship and supervision for elderly clients when assigned
• Communicate professionally with families and Haven Home Care Services

Skills

Dependability

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel

Childcare experience

Communication with families

Education

CPR and First Aid certification preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Haven Home Care Services LLC

Haven Home Care Services LLC is hiring dependable and caring Per Diem Child Care Companions for Bright Horizons backup care cases in Bridgewater and surrounding areas.

No HHA/CHHA license is required

About the Position

This is a per diem/as-needed position. Cases are offered to our agency as they become available, so there is no guaranteed weekly schedule or set number of hours.

Most assignments involve supervising and caring for children in their homes while their parent or guardian is working or needs temporary care. We may occasionally receive companion-care cases for elderly clients as well.

Who This Job Is Perfect For

This position is a great fit for someone who wants flexible work and the opportunity to earn extra income without committing to a set weekly schedule, including:

• College students looking for flexible work around their class schedule
• Teachers, teacher's aides, paraprofessionals, or daycare staff looking for extra income
• Babysitters and nannies who want additional shifts
• Retirees looking for occasional, flexible work
• Caregivers or companions who want to pick up extra cases
• Stay-at-home parents with availability during certain days or hours
• Anyone with childcare experience who enjoys working with children and wants flexible per diem opportunities

You do notneed to be available every day. When we receive an available case, shifts are offered based on staffing needs and availability.

Service Areas

Cases may be located in:

• Bridgewater
• Somerville
• Basking Ridge
• Flemington
• Surrounding Somerset and Hunterdon County areas

You must have a valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and be willing to travel to different client locations

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and attentive supervision of children
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities, games, reading, and play
• Assist with meals and snacks as needed
• Follow the family's routines and care instructions
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment
• Provide companionship and supervision for elderly clients when assigned
• Communicate professionally with families and Haven Home Care Services

Requirements

• Dependable, responsible, and comfortable caring for children
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle
• Willingness to travel to different case locations
• Childcare, babysitting, daycare, companion care, caregiving, or similar experience preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred
• HHA/CHHA certification is NOT required
• Must successfully complete required employment and background screening

Schedule

Per Diem | As Needed | Flexible

Shifts are offered as cases become available. You may accept assignments based on your availability.

Please note: This position does not guarantee a set number of hours each week.

About Haven Home Care Services

Haven Home Care Services LLC provides dependable care and support to families throughout New Jersey. We're looking for compassionate, trustworthy individuals who enjoy working with children and want the flexibility of per diem work.

Haven Home Care Services LLC

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