KC094 - Immediate Hire Newborn Care Specialist - Williamsburg, NYC
About The Position
A warm and welcoming family is seeking an experienced Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) to support them with their first child, who was born one week ago. This is an immediate hire with an immediate start date. The position will run for approximately two months, with the possibility of an extension. The schedule consists of 10-hour overnight shifts. The family is seeking coverage for a minimum of five nights per week, with the option of up to six nights per week, depending on the candidate's availability and preference. The baby has a separate nursery with a pull-out couch/bed for the NCS. The ideal candidate will be professional, calm, knowledgeable, and highly experienced, with a strong understanding of safe newborn care.
Requirements
- Minimum of five years of professional newborn care experience
- Strong commitment to safety with excellent problem-solving skills
- Calm, gentle, and nurturing presence
- Strong observational skills and sound judgment
- Excellent communication skills
- Intuitive, thoughtful, and confident caring for newborns
- Thorough knowledge of infant safety and newborn best practices
- Professional, patient, and discreet
- Strong English communication skills
- Minimum of five years of experience as a Newborn Care Specialist
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- Up-to-date childhood-related vaccinations (COVID and flu vaccinations are not required)
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- Ability to commit to the full two-month contract
- Ability to commute from within one hour of Williamsburg
Nice To Haves
- Previous medical or clinical experience is a plus, but not required
Responsibilities
- Provide attentive, nurturing newborn care
- Establish and support healthy sleep habits and sleep conditioning
- Assist with feedings, including bottle preparation, cleaning, and sanitizing
- Diapering and maintaining proper hygiene
- Monitor the baby's health, behavior, and developmental progress
- Maintain a calm, structured, and supportive environment
- Complete baby-related laundry and organization
- Clean and sanitize bottles and baby equipment
- Keep the nursery and baby's environment clean and organized
- Support parents with education, guidance, and routine development
- Communicate clearly with parents regarding sleep, feeding, and daily observations
- Follow parents' preferences while adapting as needed
- Offer professional recommendations based on current best practices and experience
Benefits
- $40–$65 per hour, depending on experience
- Live-out position while off shift
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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