Overview
A loving family in Honolulu, HI, is seeking a newborn care specialist to provide support for approximately 7 to 8 weeks. The family is offering temporary relocation for the position, and the candidate will live in. The baby, a boy, was born 12/8/25, and they have an NCS whom they adore, but she has a prior commitment and can’t extend her contract. The schedule will be Monday through Friday from 9am to 7pm, 10-hour shifts. The ideal start will be early to mid-February.
Responsibilities
- All aspects of providing attentive and nurturing newborn care, including feeding and bathing
- Diaper changes and maintaining hygiene
- Light housekeeping related to baby – laundry, bottle/pump part cleaning and sanitizing, and cleaning of toys
- Maintain a clean and tidy environment
- Engage the baby with age-appropriate activities
- Provide outdoor time for the baby -walks
- Provide recommendations for nursery items and daily routines
- Carry out parents’ preferences
- Maintain a calm and supportive environment
- Encourage healthy sleep habits
- Communicate with parents about the baby’s daily activities and feeding schedules
- Monitor the baby’s health and development, noting any concerns
Qualifications
- Ability to maintain a gentle presence
- Professional and patient
- Strong observational skills to monitor the baby’s behaviors and health
- Intuitive and thoughtful
- Knowledge of infant care best practices, safety protocols, and first aid
- Warm and nurturing
- Trustworthy and dependable
- Problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills
Requirements
- 5+ years as a newborn care specialist
- CPR certified
- Up-to-date vaccinations – Tdap, flu
- Available to commit for at least 7 weeks
- Legal to work in the U.S.
Salary and Benefits
The family is offering $40/hr.
