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AUSTIN, TX – Join a vibrant and lovely family, including their young daughter, as their dedicated Family Assistant. This role blends childcare and household management, perfect for someone who loves working with children and supporting family needs. We’re seeking a highly organized individual who excels at creating a warm and inviting home environment and is enthusiastic about adventure and outdoor activities.
Responsibilities:
- Childcare Support:
- Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
- Coordinate children’s and family activities.
- Assist with transportation to and from school, activities, or appointments.
- Provide occasional childcare, supervising and engaging children in age-appropriate activities.
- Administrative Support:
- Assist with managing family schedules, appointments, and maintaining calendars.
- Handle correspondence, including phone calls and emails, and manage household documents.
- Assist with organizing and coordinating family events and activities.
- Household Management:
- Maintain a tidy and organized home, including managing laundry, light cleaning, and organizing.
- Manage home projects for improved organization and cleanliness.
- Remove clutter, handle dishes, and wipe counters.
- Family Outings and Travel:
- Assist with and participate in family outings, including outdoor activities and boat trips.
- Support with planning and coordinating adventures and recreational activities.
- Possibility to travel with the family as needed.
- General Errands:
- Run various errands such as grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, dropping off packages, or handling returns.
- Gift shopping.
- Event Planning and Related Support:
- Assist with holiday preparations, including decorating, gift wrapping, etc.
- Coordinate and plan special events and gatherings as needed.
- Vendor Sourcing and Oversight:
- Source, coordinate, and oversee various vendors for household services, repairs, and maintenance.
Qualifications:
- Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and responsibilities as needed.
- Flexibility to travel with the family as needed.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
- Must have a reliable car (work vehicle available as well).
- Familiarity with meal planning and basic cooking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Must be local to Austin, Texas. A 30-minute commute or less is preferred.
- Previous experience in a similar family assistant or household management role preferred.
- Responsible, cheerful, and respectful demeanor is a MUST.
- A true service mindset, prioritizing the needs of the family.
- Must love, respect, and honor the desires, feelings, and rights of children.
- Parents are involved with activities and would like to continue (e.g., mom/daughter afternoon dates).
- Passionate about the arts, enjoys adventurous activities, and embraces outdoor pursuits, including water sports.
- Open to learning how to drive a boat for small family outings.
- Aligns with the client’s commitment to equality, spiritual values, and environmental stewardship.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday; Hours TBD, most likely 8am-5pm (Option for Split Shift Schedule)
Competitive Salary DOE Plus Stipend