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British American Household Staffing

KH163 - Days Newborn Care Specialist - Brooklyn, NY

British American Household Staffing, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview A lovely family in Brooklyn is seeking a daytime newborn care specialist to provide support for approximately 8-12 weeks for their baby due January 10. The schedule will be 5-7 days per week, 10-12 hours per day. Mom will be on maternity leave, but is looking for daytime assistance. The contract may be extended or include nighttime coverage after the grandparents leave the second week of February.

Responsibilities

All aspects of providing attentive and nurturing newborn care, including feeding and bathing

Diaper changes and maintaining hygiene

Baby laundry, bottle/pump part cleaning and sanitizing, and cleaning of toys and other baby items

Maintain a clean and tidy environment

Engage the baby with age-appropriate activities

Provide outdoor time for the baby, such as walks

Provide recommendations for nursery items and daily routines

Carry out parents’ preferences

Maintain a calm and supportive environment

Encourage healthy sleep habits following AAP safe sleep guidelines

Maintain a log of pertinent information, including noting feedings and diaper changes

Qualifications

Collaborative and kind team player; willing to work with grandparents around during the first month

Professional and communicative

Knowledge of infant care best practices, safety protocols, and first aid

Happy to support a first-time mother in a warm and nurturing way

Trustworthy and dependable

Open to travel to additional locations, including Manhattan, Greenwich, CT, and Woodstock, NY. Travel would be minimal at the start, with increasing frequency as the baby grows

Requirements

5+ years as a newborn care specialist

Commuting distance to Brooklyn, as this is a live-out position

CPR and first aid certified, willing to renew before start date

Up-to-date vaccinations – Tdap, flu

Available to commit for a minimum of 8 weeks

Legal to work in the U.S.

Salary and Benefits The family is offering $45-65 per hour, commensurate with experience

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