Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 26 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary:
The House Mother plays a vital role in providing a safe, nurturing, and structured home environment for children under her care. She is responsible for their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being, ensuring their daily needs are met while promoting positive values, discipline, and personal development.

Key Responsibilities:
Child Care & Supervision
• Provide a loving, stable, and supportive environment for children.
• Ensure children follow a structured daily routine, including school, chores and recreational activities.
• Monitor and guide children’s behaviour, offering mentorship and discipline in a constructive manner.
• Foster a family-like atmosphere, encouraging respect, responsibility, and teamwork.
Household Management
• Oversee household cleanliness, organization, and hygiene.
• Prepare or supervise meal planning and ensure children receive nutritious meals.
• Manage laundry, personal hygiene, and overall upkeep of the home.
• Ensure compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
Emotional & Social Support
• Serve as a mother figure, offering emotional support and encouragement.
• Address children’s concerns, fears, or emotional struggles with patience and care in conjunction with the Children’s Services Coordinator.
• Participate in recreational and developmental activities with the children.
Health & Well-being
• Ensure children attend school and receive necessary educational support.
• Monitor and facilitate medical check-ups, vaccinations, and overall health care.
• Administer first aid and respond to emergencies appropriately.
• Report any cases of illness, injury, or emotional distress to the appropriate staff.
Communication & Reporting
• Report unpleasant behavior in writing using the BOHCV reporting forms.
• Communicate with staff, teachers, counsellors, and guardians when necessary.
• Attend training sessions as required.

Qualifications & Requirements:
• Grade 12 school certificate or above Certificate with 5 credits
• Must be between 35 to 45 years old
• Have satisfactorily completed a career certificate or vocational training programme in the provision of childcare
• A Police Clearance Certificate
• A passion for working with children and youths.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle emotionally challenging situations with patience and wisdom.
• Basic cooking, housekeeping, and organizational skills.
• Must be a Christian
• Prior experience in caregiving, social work, education, or a related field is an added advantage.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: High School

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