Compassionate Pediatric Home Care Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Agency support and case management

In-home care impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Home Care Assistant to support children with medical needs in their Pretoria homes. This contractor role focuses on personal care, equipment management, and therapy activities, working with families and clinicians to ensure a safe, comfortable environment.

The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, and experienced in pediatric home care, with relevant certification and strong communication skills to coordinate care with families and the medical

Qualifications

• Experience in pediatric home care.
• Certification in a healthcare field (CNA/HHA) required.
• Knowledge of pediatric medical conditions and care procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to children with chronic illnesses or disabilities in their homes.
• Assist with personal care tasks such as feeding, bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Administer medications as prescribed by physicians, following strict protocols.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to supervising nurse or physician.
• Assist with prescribed physical therapy and occupational therapy exercises.
• Operate and maintain medical equipment as instructed.
• Provide companionship and engage children in age-appropriate activities.
• Document care provided and observations accurately in client records.
• Communicate effectively with the child's family, medical team, and agency supervisors.

Skills

Pediatric care

Home care

Medication administration

Communication

Education

Healthcare certification (CNA/HHA)

Tools

Vital signs monitor

Medical equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Home Care Assistant to support children with medical needs in their Pretoria homes. This contractor role focuses on personal care, equipment management, and therapy activities, working with families and clinicians to ensure a safe, comfortable environment.

The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, and experienced in pediatric home care, with relevant certification and strong communication skills to coordinate care with families and the medical