Home Child Care Provider – Full‑time Permanent

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Home Child Care Provider to work in the employer’s residence in Pincher Creek, Alberta. This permanent, full‑time position involves supervising children, ensuring their safety, supporting their daily routines, and creating a nurturing environment while parents are away.

Key responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility for the household and children’s care in the absence of parents.
• Discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents, maintaining consistency and respect.
• Instruct children in personal hygiene, social development, and healthy habits.
• Keep accurate records of daily activities, meals, and health information for each child.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment throughout the home, addressing any hazards promptly.
• Organize and lead activities such as games, crafts, and outings to promote learning and fun.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals that meet dietary guidelines and parental preferences.
• Provide continuous supervision and attentive care to ensure children’s well‑being at all times.

Required profile

• Client‑focused attitude with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to follow parents’ instructions.
• Initiative, good judgement, and the ability to stay organized in a dynamic household.
• Reliability, excellent time‑management, patience, and honesty.
• Physical ability to handle demanding tasks and repetitive activities.
• Experience working with autistic children and a compassionate approach to special‑needs care.
• CPR and First Aid certification (required).
• Minimum of 1 month to less than 7 months of relevant childcare experience.
• Commitment to maintaining detailed activity and health records.

What we offer

• Optional accommodation at no charge on a live‑in basis (not a condition of employment).
• Diversity and cross‑cultural training to create a welcoming environment for newcomers and refugees.
• On‑the‑job training, mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities for youth participants.
• Cultural competency and awareness training to support Indigenous workers.