AC239 - Newborn Care Specialist - Upper East Side, NY

Wonderful, warm, first-time parents on the Upper East Side are looking for an experienced Newborn Care Specialist (NCS)/nanny to help care for their 5-month-old son. The family would like someone who can become a long-term, trusted part of their family and provide consistency and stability for their son.Initially, the schedule will be overnight support for approximately 2–3 months.

Ideally, the candidate will work with them during this initial period and, if it is a good fit, transition into a longer-term NCS or nanny role. At least one trial day will be required.This position requires the candidate to have a collaborative, calm, peaceful, and steady presence in their son's life. This is a great opportunity for a caregiver who is confident, nurturing, organized, and able to create a consistent routine. Immediate start. Local candidates only, please.

Responsibilities

• Include, but are not limited to: Provide attentive, loving care for the infant
• Manage overnight care, including feeding, bathing, soothing, diapering, and helping him maintain a healthy sleep routine
• Follow and help establish consistent daily and nighttime routines
• Pay close attention to his cues, development, and changing needs
• Communicate clearly with parents about sleep, feeding, mood, milestones, and keep a log

Keep the nursery organized and tidy

• Handle the baby's laundry using the washer/dryer in the apartment
• Do light cleaning and tidying related to the baby
• Help keep the baby's environment calm, clean, and organized
• Work collaboratively with parents and other family members/caregivers when needed
• Provide knowledgeable newborn guidance and support to the parents
• Qualifications Calm, patient, warm, and nurturing
• Confident handling overnight care independently
• Understands infant sleep, feeding, and developmental needs

Discreet and professional

• Works well in a busy household without becoming overwhelmed
• Takes initiative and notices what needs to be done Collaborative and supportive
• Highly reliable and consistent

Requirements

Extensive experience caring for newborns and young infants

• Ability to commit for at least 2 months and provide the family with first right of refusal for extension of contract
• Excellent communicator and proactive in addressing concerns CPR Certified Up-to-date vaccinations
• Legal to work in the U.S. Salary and Benefits The family is offering $40 to $50/hr, commensurate with experience.

Overview

The schedule is Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 6pm to 8am.