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Myra G.

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Relevant Skills and Experience:  As a teacher, I am passionate about supporting and caring for young children and older children with special needs and developmental challenges.  My goal as a caregiver is to support the physical needs of the children, but also their emotional, psychological and learning-based needs.  My past experience includes 2 years of work as a teacher’s aide for nursery, preschool and kindergarten children.  In my present role, I teach special needs children along the autism spectrum – teenagers with the mental age of 5.  My past and present responsibilities have included:  maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment for children, including: supervising, caring for and tending to the physical, emotional and developmental well-being of children; directing them in eating, resting and toileting; organizing activities for children; and instructing and supporting children in personal hygiene.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:  I believe that a caregiver must be patient, compassionate and open to developing strategies that support the particularized needs or the family and the household.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   I have a Bachelor of Elementary Education (Concentration:  Special Education)

Regional Preference:  Canada

Marilyn

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Years of Experience:  2 years of focused experienced as a caregiver.

Present Work Status:   Presently working

Prior Work Experience: As a caregiver, I most recently, I supported the rehabilitation of a dentist. I am also supporting a patient with severe diabetes by monitoring vital signs, administering injections and monitoring blood sugar.  I have specific experience supporting children with special needs:  autism and cerebral palsy.  For 10 years, I have also been the primary caregiver for my mother, who suffers from severe convulsions due to a brain injury.  My childcare experience includes caring for the 3 children of 2 physicians, ages:  4, 3, 2.

Relevant Skills and Experience:   I am particularly experienced in providing occupational therapy support and also administering medication.  I am also accustomed to assuming the domestic responsibilities of a household.  I’m passionate for caring for children and would be a great fit for a child with special needs.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   My employers comment that I have a very strong work ethic and I believe communication is important.  My goal is to inspire confidence in the patients that I care for.  My focus is serving others and helping them with my specialized skills.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   B.S. Occupational Therapy

Availability:  Immediately

Regional Preference:  City of Vancouver

Nada

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Relevant Skills and Experience: I am an experienced caregiver for children and a nurse, presently working in Saudi Arabia  I have also worked as a homecare support nurse for the elderly.  My present responsibilities include:  physical care of infant, including feeding, diapering and preparing child for rest periods; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of the child; preparing food and/or bottles; and organizing, activities and developmental games for for the child.  My prior responsibilities have included:  evaluating patients and developing appropriate homecare plans; provide nursing services; bathing and grooming patients; administering medication as instructed; taking vitals and administering medication; conducting patient assessments periodically; writing patient reports and providing emergency services,  as needed; addressing patient’s individual needs for care based on patient’s history, nursing assessment and result of diagnostic and laboratory examinations; taking and recording vital signs; informing doctor of changes in patient’s condition; collecting specimen samples, analyzing results, and notifying the doctor; administering IV therapy; administering medications; performing procedures and treatments using good nursing judgment, according to established policies, procedures, and unit protocols; participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation during emergency situations, and maintaining proficiency in the use of emergency equipment in the unit; and accurately documenting patient assessments, observations, and interventions rendered.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   I believe that being trustworthy, competent and passionate about caring for others is the core of a successful caregiver.  Communication and patience are also very important.

Certifications & Additional Skills:  I have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and am a registered nurse in both The Philippines and Saudi Arabia.

Availability:  Immediately, upon offer.

Regional Preference:  Ontario

Jona G.

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Present Work Status:   Jona G. is presently a full-time parent to a young child with plans to come to Canada as a caregiver.

Relevant Skills and Experience:  Jona G.’s background balances “real-life, hands-on” experience with formal training as a caregiver.    Her psychology diploma and her training as a caregiver make her uniquely suited for family focused on the cognitive and behavioural development of a child.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Jona G. laughs easily and has a very happy disposition.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   Jona G. holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a National Certificate in Caregiving from VGB Center for Training and Development Corporation, Quezon City, The Philippines.  Her coursework included (i) providing care and support to infants and toddlers; (ii) providing care and support to children; (iii) providing care and support to the elderly; (iv) providing care and support to people with special needs; (v) washing and ironing clothes, linen and fabric; (vi) preparing hot and cold meals; (vii)  basic first aid; and (vii) basic life support.

Availability:  Upon offer

Regional Preference:  British Columbia; Alberta

Dinah

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Work Eligibility:  Sponsorship required

Relevant Skills and Experience:  A certified professional caregiver, Dinah’s love for children and experience caring for them is best demonstrated by her weekly work as a volunteer caregiver at the St. Rita orphanage in The Philippines.  As a relief caregiver, she cares for 9 children, ages 2 to 4 including a child with special needs (hydrocephalus).  Many of the children have emotional challenges and are prone to tantrums.  Here her responsibilities include maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for children, including: newborn and infant care; bathing, dressing and feeding an infant/child; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of children; preparing and serving nutritious meals; organizing, activities such as games and outings for children; instructing children in personal hygiene and social development; and taking children to and from school, appointments and activities.  Dinah is also formally trained in housekeeping and eldercare.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:    Although her full-time job is with the municipal government, the orphanage is what brings her the most joy.  There is an authenticity in Dinah’s desire to come to Canada as a caregiver.  Her love and appreciation for children is easy to see.  She looks for the joy in every situation and believes that hard work and commitment are integral to a caregiver’s job.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   Dinah holds a (i) Caregiver Certificate from St. Augustine’s College in The Philippines; (ii) Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Sta. Mesa Manila;  and completed 1 year of Certified Teaching Education studies at the Polytechnic University of The Philippines.

Availability:  Upon offer

Regional Preference:  Vancouver; North Vancouver; West Vancouver

Anna May

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Years of Experience: 1.5 years

Work Eligibility:  Requires sponsorship.

Present Work Status:   Mae Ann is presently supporting a family in Hong Kong with 3 children..

Relevant Skills and Experience:  For the last 3 months, Mae Ann has supported an extended family with 3 children:  5, 8 and a newborn.  She also cares for 2 elderly persons also living in the home.  Prior to this position she worked as a caregiver in the Philippines for 1 year, caring for 2 children;  3 and 12.  She is responsible for childcare and all domestic responsibilities, including:  maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for the child and elderly, including: bathing, dressing and feeding; supervising, caring for and tending to the full physical and emotional well-being of the children; preparing and serving nutritious meals (8 people each night); organizing, activities such as games and outings; instructing the child in personal hygiene and social development; and taking her to and from school, appointments and activities.  Prior to this role, supported a family with 2 school age children.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Mae Ann is selfless with her work.  “Regardless of the task, I give my best.  I always give my best.”  For her, the most important qualities in a caregiver are:  compassion, kindness and being hardworking.  She loves children.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   Mae Ann holds a Caregiver Certificate.  She also holds a 2 year degree in nursing.

Availability:  Pending offer

Regional Preference:  Canada

Mariana

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Relevant Skills and Experience:  Mariana is an experienced caregiver, with a preference for supporting families with young children (infants/toddlers/preschoolers).  Since 2015, she has supported a family in Qatar, caring for their toddler daughter.  Prior to this role she cared for 2 boys (ages 6 and 9) for over 2 year.  Her past responsibilities have included:  maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the home for children, including: newborn and infant care; bathing, dressing and feeding children; supervising, caring for and tending to the emotional well-being of children; preparing and serving nutritious meals; organizing, activities such as games and outings for children; instructing children in personal hygiene and social development; and taking children to and from school, appointments and activities.  Mariana is also very experienced in housekeeping.

Personal Attributes Relevant to the Position:   Mariana is a professional caregiver and is passionate about her work:  “I’m interested in working in Canada because I’m seeking a challenge, in a culture and in a country that values hard work.  I like that there is a career opportunity for someone to work as a professional caregiver there.”  She has strong communication skills and extensive familiarity with young children:  “I enjoy newborns and I especially enjoy the stage which they become most active – toddlers and active young children.  I truly enjoy watching them grow and, as a mother, I can appreciate each stage of their development.” Mariana has 4 children of her own.

Certifications & Additional Skills:   Mariana holds a MIdwifery Certificate and Caregiver Certificate.

Availability:  Immediately, upon offer

Regional Preference:  Vancouver

PEZ Family – Kingston, ON

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**NEWCOMERS & CAREGIVERS ALREADY IN CANADA ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY**

Kingston, ON based family is presently seeking an experienced caregiver to care for two children:  a newborn and a toddler.  The position is expected to commence ASAP.  Childcare will take place in the employer’s home.  Public transportation is accessible.

Personal Skills:
Reliability; Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Judgement and intuitiveness; and Flexibility.

Specific Childcare Skills:
Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home; sterilize bottles, prepare formulas and change diapers for infant; prepare children for rest periods; keep records of daily activities and health information regarding child; tend to emotional well-being of child; supervise and care for child; prepare and serve nutritious meals; bathe, dress and feed infants and children; instruct child in personal hygiene and social development; and organize, activities such as games and outings for child.

Additional Skills:
Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties;  assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents; as needed, travel with family on trips and assist with child supervision and housekeeping duties; wash, iron and press clothing and household linens; and shop for food and household supplies.

Certificates/Credentials Desired: First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate
Education:  Secondary (high) school graduation certificate required.
Experience: At least 1 year of childcare or related experience is strongly desired.  Infant experience is strongly desired.
Other Requirements:  Criminal record check required; and References.
Language: English
Hours: Full-Time
Wage: $14/hour or Prevailing Wage

Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment

Apply to pezfamily@kidcoover.com

Employer CRA: 834576605RP0001