SUMMARY
A family based in Montreal is looking for a versatile, caring and organized Family Assistant to provide daily support to an active household with two children aged 4 and 6, and to take full charge of the children and of the running of the home from time to time.
The role is mainly about supporting the parents with the children's daily routines, keeping the home well organized, and preparing healthy, balanced evening meals for the family. The right person enjoys working with children, shows initiative, is dependable and takes pleasure in contributing to a harmonious, well structured family life.
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking for stable long term employment with a respectful family.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Childcare and family support.
- Take part in the daily care and supervision of two children aged 4 and 6.
- Handle the after school routines.
- Get the children ready for their extracurricular activities.
- Organize educational and recreational activities suited to their age.
- Help with homework when needed.
- Keep the children's bedrooms, play areas and personal belongings clean and well organized.
- Do the children's laundry, including folding and putting clothes away.
- Prepare the bathroom and bedrooms for the bedtime routine.
- Encourage good manners, positive routines and healthy habits.
- Plan and prepare simple, healthy and balanced family dinners.
- Plan, prepare and pack the children's lunches.
- Help with errands and grocery shopping.
- Keep the kitchen clean and well organized after preparing meals.
- Keep track of food supplies and household provisions.
- Work alongside the housekeeper on light household tasks connected to the children's daily activities.
- Contribute to the general organization of the home as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Previous experience as a Family Assistant, Nanny, House Assistant or in a similar role within a private residence.
- Experience with young children.
- Strong cooking skills and the ability to prepare simple, healthy family meals.
- Flexibility and availability for occasional extended hours, as well as some evenings or weekends when needed.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage priorities.
- Professionalism, discretion, honesty and reliability.
- Patience, energy and genuine enjoyment of working with children.
- Ability to anticipate the needs of the household and work independently.
- A valid driver's licence is considered an asset.
- Legally authorized to work in Canada.
- Excellent command of French or English; bilingualism is an asset.
- Valid child CPR and first aid certification.
QUALITIES WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Warm, positive and caring personality.
- High level of professionalism and discretion.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Strong sense of organization and attention to detail.
- Initiative and a strong service orientation.
- Long term commitment and high reliability.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Competitive salary, based on experience.
- Permanent full-time position, with part-time possible depending on the candidate's preference.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, noon to 8:00 p.m., with some flexibility.
- Stable, respectful and welcoming work environment.
- Location: Montreal, close to Westmount.
- The residence is accessible by public transit.
- On-site parking available.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are an experienced Family Assistant with previous experience in a private residence, love children, are organized and versatile and enjoy cooking, we would be glad to hear from you.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply online using the Apply button on this page.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT ELITE DOMO
Elite Domo specializes in recruiting household staff for private families in Canada and abroad.
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