Pediatric Support Worker

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 165,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive part-time hourly rate

Hybrid work model offering flexibility

Opportunities for on-the-job training

Supportive team environment focused on

Make a tangible difference in theLives

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Pediatric Support Worker role in Richards Bay. This hybrid position focuses on assisting children with daily living activities, development plans, and engaging activities to foster growth in a supportive team.

You'll collaborate with therapists, educators and families, keeping accurate records and providing updates. The role offers a part-time hourly rate, training opportunities and a collaborative environment dedicated to child welfare.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children, preferably in pediatric or special needs settings.
• Understanding of child development and common developmental challenges.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong empathy, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with daily living activities, including feeding, hygiene, and mobility.
• Implement individualized support plans developed by therapists and educators to aid child development.
• Engage children in therapeutic and recreational activities designed to enhance their skills and confidence.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress, behaviors, and any incidents, reporting to supervisors and parents.
• Communicate effectively with families, providing updates and seeking feedback to ensure collaborative care.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Empathy and patience

Teamwork and collaboration

Communication with families

Tools

Basic computer literacy

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Support Worker to join their team in Richards Bay . This role involves providing essential support to children with diverse needs, assisting them in their daily routines, educational activities, and personal development within a supportive setting. You will work closely with therapists, educators, and families to ensure each child receives tailored care that promotes their growth and well-being. This hybrid role offers flexibility, combining direct work with children with remote administrative and planning tasks, allowing for a balanced approach to supporting young lives and contributing to their developmental journey in the Richards Bay area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist children with daily living activities, including feeding, hygiene, and mobility.
• Implement individualized support plans developed by therapists and educators to aid child development.
• Engage children in therapeutic and recreational activities designed to enhance their skills and confidence.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress, behaviors, and any incidents, reporting to supervisors and parents.
• Communicate effectively with families, providing updates and seeking feedback to ensure collaborative care.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a pediatric or special needs setting.
• Understanding of child development and common developmental challenges.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong empathy, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer literacy for record-keeping and communication.

Benefits

• Competitive part-time hourly rate.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• Supportive team environment focused on child welfare.
• Make a tangible difference in the lives of children in Richards Bay .