Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year or equivalent experience

Work site environment

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Non-smoking

Work setting

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Employer's home

Tasks

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Change diapers Follow parents' lead with toilet training Assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties Shop for food and household supplies Travel with family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties Wash, iron and press clothing and household linens Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding children Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home Organize, activities such as games and outings for children Prepare and serve nutritious meals Supervise and care for children Take children to and from school and to appointments Tend to emotional well-being of children Help children with homework Cook

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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International English Language Testing System (IELTS) proficiency test

Target audience

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Children

Security and safety

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Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Attention to detail

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

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Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Time management Patience Honesty

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently a student? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? What is the highest level of study you have completed? What is your current field of study? What is your current level of study?

Support for newcomers and refugees

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Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.) Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.) Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for Indigenous people

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Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers * Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers