What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Lakehouse Senior Living?
Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Caregiver to provide dedicated support and nurturing care to children and individuals with diverse needs. This vital role involves creating a safe, engaging, and positive environment that promotes growth, development, and well-being. As a Caregiver, you will play a key part in fostering trust and building strong relationships with families while ensuring all care activities meet the highest standards of safety and professionalism. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve through active engagement, attentive supervision, and thoughtful activity planning.
Responsibilities
- Provide attentive supervision and care for children across various age groups including toddlers, preschoolers, elementary school-age children, and infants.
- Develop and implement engaging activities that promote childhood development, learning, creativity, and social skills.
- Ensure safety by adhering to childhood development best practices, behavior management techniques, and mandated reporting laws when necessary.
- Administer first aid and CPR in emergency situations while maintaining calmness and professionalism.
- Communicate effectively with parents or guardians regarding daily activities, milestones, concerns, or updates about their child's well-being.
- Support children with disabilities by adapting activities to meet individual needs and promoting inclusive participation.
- Maintain a clean, organized environment that supports safe play and learning experiences consistent with daycare or preschool standards.
Experience
- Prior experience working with children in settings such as daycare centers, preschools, babysitting, nannying, or youth programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education principles, childhood development stages, and behavior management strategies.
- Experience caring for infants through elementary school-age children with a focus on toddler care, preschooler care, and activity planning for young children.
- Familiarity with classroom experience or daycare operations that support child supervision and activity coordination.
- Certification in first aid and CPR is required; additional training in childhood development or special needs care is preferred.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with parents and team members while maintaining confidentiality.
- Understanding of mandated reporting laws related to child safety and welfare.
Join us as a Caregiver if you’re passionate about nurturing young minds and making a positive impact every day! Your dedication will help shape confident, happy children while providing essential support to families in our community.
Pay: $22.81 - $27.47 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $27