Caretaker for Children with Cerebral Palsy (Boarding Facility)

Organization: YWCA Tanzania, Dar es Salaam Branch

Location: Dar es Salaam

The Caretaker for Children with Cerebral Palsy is responsible for providing comprehensive daily care, support, and supervision to children with cerebral palsy residing in a boarding facility. The caretaker will assist with personal hygiene, feeding, mobility, medication administration, and emotional support, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment. The caretakers are also expected to rotate and stay overnight with the children as part of their duties.

Responsibilities:

• Assist children with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting.
• Support and motivate children during physical therapy and mobility exercises.
• Monitor children’s health, report any concerns, and administer prescribed medication when necessary.
• Ensure a safe and hygienic environment at all times.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to children.
• Maintain accurate records of daily routines, health status, and any incidents.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and families to meet individual needs.
• Stay overnight at the boarding facility to monitor and care for children during sleeping hours.
• Follow all safety and health regulations, including infection control protocols.
• Promote a caring, respectful, and inclusive environment for children.

Qualifications:

• Ordinary Level Secondary education or higher.
• Previous experience in caring for children with disabilities, especially cerebral palsy, is preferred.
• Compassion, patience, and a caring attitude.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks and assist with mobility.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with children and families.
• Willingness to stay overnight and work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to learn basic knowledge of child health and safety protocols.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.