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AC239 - Newborn Care Specialist - Upper East Side, NY

British American Household Staffing

  • Upper East Side, New York
  • 7 days ago

    Highlights

    Overview: Wonderful, warm, first-time parents on the Upper East Side are looking for an experienced Newborn Care Specialist (NCS)/nanny to help care for their 4-month-old son. Ideally, the candidate will work with them during this initial period and, if it is a good fit, transition into a longer-term NCS or nanny role.

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    LocationUpper East Side, New York

    Description

    Overview:

    Wonderful, warm, first-time parents on the Upper East Side are looking for an experienced Newborn Care Specialist (NCS)/nanny to help care for their 4-month-old son. 

     

    The family would like someone who can become a long-term, trusted part of their family and provide consistency and stability for their son.
     
    Initially, the schedule will be overnight support for approximately 2–3 months, ideally on a 14-hour schedule from 6:00 PM–8:00 AM, Monday through Saturday. The family is open to adding a second NCS to provide long-term coverage. Ideally, the candidate will work with them during this initial period and, if it is a good fit, transition into a longer-term NCS or nanny role. At least one trial day will be required
    This position requires the candidate to have a collaborative, calm, peaceful, and steady presence in their son's life. This is a great opportunity for a caregiver who is confident, nurturing, organized, and able to create a consistent routine. Local candidates only, please.
    Responsibilities:

    Include, but are not limited to:

    • Provide attentive, loving care for the infant 
    • Manage overnight care, including feeding, bathing, soothing, diapering, and helping him maintain a healthy sleep routine
    • Follow and help establish consistent daily and nighttime routines
    • Pay close attention to his cues, development, and changing needs
    • Communicate clearly with parents about sleep, feeding, mood, milestones, and keep a log
    • Keep the nursery organized and tidy
    • Handle the baby's laundry using the washer/dryer in the apartment
    • Do light cleaning and tidying related to the baby 
    • Help keep the baby's environment calm, clean, and organized
    • Work collaboratively with parents and other family members/caregivers when needed
    • Provide knowledgeable newborn guidance and support to the parents
    Qualifications:
    • Calm, patient, warm, and nurturing
    • Confident handling overnight care independently
    • Understands infant sleep, feeding, and developmental needs
    • Discreet and professional
    • Works well in a busy household without becoming overwhelmed
    • Takes initiative and notices what needs to be done
    • Collaborative and supportive
    • Highly reliable and consistent
    Requirements:
    • Extensive experience caring for newborns and young infants
    • Ability to commit for at least 2 months and provide the family with first right of refusal for extension of contract
    • Excellent communicator and proactive in addressing concerns
    • CPR Certified
    • Up-to-date vaccinations
    • Legal to work in the U.S.
    Salary and Benefits:

    The family is offering $40+/hr, commensurate with experience.

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