Good Counsel is more than a home, it’s a new beginning. Through our programs, every woman receives the life skills training she needs to never be homeless again. We are a Catholic organization that provides a group home for pregnant moms, their children and babies, while giving them the tools to get back on their feet and be a successful, strong parent.

We value the dignity of human life, integrity, excellence, respect, inclusivity and collaboration.

You can be a part of transforming a woman’s life.

We are seeking a dependable, committed woman to take care of infants and children while our moms are at work or school.

Responsibilities:

• Provide basic care and caregiving including diaper changing and feeding as well as potty training.
• Adhere with all safety regulations as established by official sources.
• Use a variety of teaching methods to ensure that the babies and children have a good start and encourage healthy intellectual and psychological growth.
• Train and supervise the children while motivating them to use their mental capacities and imagination.
• Preparing snacks and lunch.
• Cleaning the room at the end of the day to comply with COVID guidelines.

Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of, and comfort with babies including safety, feeding, diaper changing.
• A background in education to provide a stimulating environment for the children.
• The ability to teach new moms everything they need to know about their children’s care.

The ideal candidate:

• Loves to be around babies and helping to take care of them.
• Committed to the organization’s mission and appreciates having the opportunity to pray.
• Is able to lift at least 40 lbs, sit on the floor, bend and pick up children through the course of an 8-hour shift.
• Admits mistakes freely and openly and is looking to build a collaborative community.
• Respects their co-workers and the families we serve as valuable individuals.
• A driver’s license, vehicle insurance and a clean driving record.
• The ability to pass a criminal/child protection background check and drug test.

Qualifications:

• 8 to 10+ years caring for infants and toddlers and providing a nurturing, stimulating environment, preferably in a professional role, but very open to interviewing moms/grandmothers with extensive experience.
• The ability to teach new moms how to care for their children, both physically and intellectually.
• Because we are a women's shelter, we do need to hire a woman for this role.