Pediatric Care Assistant

Placements24; Richards Bay; Híbrido; ZAR 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive remuneration

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work flexibility

Pediatric training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Coastal KwaZulu-Natal community

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Care Assistant to support children with diverse needs in a nurturing setting. The role primarily requires on-site care with occasional remote family support and virtual consultations.

You will work with healthcare professionals and families to implement care plans, monitor wellbeing, and help children engage in development activities within a safe, stimulating environment along KwaZulu-Natal's coast.

Formación

• Experience working with children, preferably in a pediatric or caregiving capacity.
• Basic understanding of child development and special needs is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient and empathetic nature.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work model, balancing on-site and remote duties.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and relevant training.
• A genuine passion for working with children in Richards Bay.

Responsabilidades

• Assist children with daily living activities, including feeding, hygiene, and mobility, as per their care plans.
• Provide companionship and engage children in age-appropriate play and educational activities.
• Monitor children's health and well-being, reporting any changes or concerns to supervisors and parents.
• Support families with practical advice and resources, occasionally through remote consultations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for the children.
• Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other support staff to ensure holistic care.

Conocimientos

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Hybrid work adaptability

Background checks

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client seeks a compassionate and dedicated Pediatric Care Assistant to join their team in Richards Bay. This role focuses on providing essential support to children with varying needs, assisting them with daily activities, and ensuring their well-being in a safe and nurturing environment. While the primary role is on-site, there will be opportunities for hybrid engagement, including remote family support and virtual consultations. You will work closely with healthcare professionals and families to create personalized care plans, contributing significantly to the development and quality of life for the children in KwaZulu-Natal.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist children with daily living activities, including feeding, hygiene, and mobility, as per their care plans.
• Provide companionship and engage children in age-appropriate play and educational activities.
• Monitor children's health and well-being, reporting any changes or concerns to supervisors and parents.
• Support families with practical advice and resources, occasionally through remote consultations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for the children.
• Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other support staff to ensure holistic care.

Requirements

• Experience working with children, preferably in a pediatric or caregiving capacity.
• Basic understanding of child development and special needs is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient and empathetic nature.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work model, balancing on-site and remote duties.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and relevant training.
• A genuine passion for working with children in Richards Bay.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work flexibility offering a blend of on-site and remote engagement.
• Opportunities for specialization and pediatric training.
• Supportive team environment dedicated to child welfare.
• Work within a beautiful coastal community in KwaZulu-Natal.