Pediatric Home Care Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 83.000 - 124.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hours

On-call retainer

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Home Care Specialist in Cape Town, Western Cape to provide nurturing care for young children in a family setting. The role is primarily home-based with occasional travel for appointments or activities and requires a hands-on approach to child development and safety.

Ideal candidates have pediatric care experience, a nursing or early childhood background, and strong communication.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in pediatric care, nannying, or similar childcare roles.
• Background in nursing or early childhood education preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and safety protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children and parents.
• Patience, empathy, and reliability.
• Able to work in a hybrid model balancing home duties with external commitments.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Willing to undergo a comprehensive background check.

Aufgaben

• Provide attentive care for children ensuring safety and emotional security.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play and learning activities.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks considering dietary needs.
• Assist with personal care routines including hygiene and dressing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, child-friendly home.
• Monitor health and wellbeing, report concerns to parents.
• Accompany children on outings, appointments, or activities.
• Collaborate with parents on routines and discipline strategies.
• Provide light homework help for older children if applicable.

Kenntnisse

Pediatric care

Nannying

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Ausbildung

Nursing background

Early childhood education

Related field

Tools

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Home Care Specialist to provide dedicated support to a family with young children in Cape Town, Western Cape. This role requires a blend of professional childcare expertise and a genuine commitment to fostering a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric care, understanding the unique needs of children from infancy through early childhood. You will be an integral part of the family's support system, contributing to the children's development and daily well-being. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a family, offering both direct care and support services. The role is primarily home-based, with occasional travel for specific appointments or activities, necessitating a flexible approach. We are looking for someone who is proactive, observant, and adept at creating engaging and educational experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and loving care for children, ensuring their physical safety and emotional security.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play, learning activities, and educational games to promote development.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks, considering any specific dietary requirements or allergies.
• Assist with children's personal care routines, including hygiene, dressing, and sleep schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly living environment.
• Monitor children's health and well-being, reporting any concerns to parents promptly.
• Accompany children on outings, to appointments, or extracurricular activities as required.
• Collaborate with parents to establish and maintain consistent routines and discipline strategies.
• Provide basic homework assistance for older children, if applicable.

Requirements

• Previous experience in pediatric care, nannying, or a similar childcare role is essential.
• A background in nursing, early childhood education, or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of child development principles and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and parents.
• High level of patience, empathy, and responsibility.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work model, balancing home-based duties with occasional external commitments.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must be willing to undergo a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

• Competitive part-time hourly rate and a retainer for on-call availability.
• Flexible working hours, structured around family needs.
• A rewarding experience working directly with a family in Cape Town, Western Cape.
• Opportunities to engage in diverse activities with the children.
• Professional development support for relevant certifications.