# 604 – Newborn Care Specialist in Watermill, New York (L.I.)

Start Date: Approximately July 14, 2026 (due date). The contract will be for 4 months, with the possibility of an extension if mutually agreed.

Schedule:

• The position will begin with 24/7 coverage for the first 3-4 weeks. 
• It will then adjust to 24/5 coverage for the duration of the contract, with two weekdays off per week (e.g., Tuesdays and Wednesdays). 

Location: Watermill, New York. Watermill is located between Southampton and Bridgehampton.  

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to;

• Everything related to the child’s safety, care, and well-being
• Guiding parents on best care practices while supporting their decisions. 
• Sleep training
• Assist with feeding routines, including breastfeeding and expressed milk
• Diaper changes 
• Maintaining the overall healthy hygiene of the baby
• Equipment sterilization
• Keeping the baby’s room and bathroom clean and tidy
• Maintain a clean and sterile environment for the baby
• Providing a list of suggestions for the baby’s room and for baby-related products
• Soothe the baby using skilled, proven techniques that help calm newborns and establish a calm, peaceful environment.
• Keep track of the overnight routine (the baby’s eating, sleeping, and behavioral patterns).

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience as a newborn care specialist and will be highly knowledgeable about infant care, warm, calm, proactive, organized, and professional, with excellent communication skills. 

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of relevant NCS experience
• Legally permitted to work in the U.S.
• Proactive, supportive, and neat, clean, orderly
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent references
• Trained in Infant CPR and First Aid
• Fully Vaccinated (covid, Tdap, Flu, MMR)
• Calm and professional demeanor
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a multi-staff household
• Animal-friendly – the family has two dogs in the home

Compensation: $700 + per day commensurate with experience and credentials.