KP838 - Newborn Care Specialist - Montclair, NJ/ Notting Hill, London

British American Household Staffing•Montclair, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

A warm, welcoming family based in Montclair, NJ, is seeking a seasoned Newborn Care Specialist to care for their newborn, expected January 27th, although the family anticipates the possibility of an earlier arrival. The ideal candidate will begin around the baby's arrival (possibly a few weeks earlier) and work through mid-June, providing consistent overnight support during the newborn's first 5 months. The first 3-4 months of the placement will be based out of the family’s home in Montclair, NJ, but the candidate will then spend the final 1-2 months working out of their London home (Notting Hill). The schedule will remain the same throughout the placement, as follows: Schedule: 12-hour overnight shifts, 7 nights per week Typical schedule will be approximately 6pm–6am or 7pm–7am Private sleeping and bathroom accommodations in both locations The family is hoping to establish strong sleep habits early, with a goal of having the baby sleep trained by approximately five months. This is their second child.

Requirements

Must be available for 7 nights per week on a 12-hour overnight schedule for the duration of the contract (5 months)
Must be able to commit to the family from approximately mid January through mid June
Must have strong, verifiable references
Must be comfortable working in a private household and maintaining discretion
Must be an excellent communicator and proactive about addressing concerns
Must be comfortable with international travel
Must be comfortable around dogs
Valid CPR/First Aid certification preferred
Valid U.S. passport, Green Card, or EAC (U.S./UK dual citizenship is highly desirable but not essential)

Nice To Haves

International travel experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide expert overnight care for the newborn
Manage nighttime feeds, diapering, burping, soothing, and settling
Establish and maintain healthy newborn sleep and feeding routines
Monitor and track feeds, sleep, diapers, and other newborn-related information
Support the baby through developmental changes during the first five months
Assist with establishing age-appropriate sleep habits and preparing for sleep training
Maintain a clean, organized nursery and baby areas
Communicate clearly and proactively with the parents regarding the baby's schedule, development, and needs
Provide knowledgeable newborn guidance and support to the parents
Work collaboratively with the family's daytime nanny and other household staff