–What type of services do you offer?
We offer long and short-term nanny placements (part-time and full-time).
–What are the differences between short and long-term placements?
The key difference between short-term and long-term nanny placements lies in the duration of care you require.
-How does the nanny selection process work?
Our comprehensive process includes an initial phone screening to review and expand upon the information provided in the application form and resume, verification of at least two past work references and an evaluation of their past performance, an in-depth video interview to get more details about the candidate, a comprehensive background check to confirm the candidate’s credibility and suitability, and the validation of the candidate’s current Child & Infant CPR and First Aid certification.
-Is there any fee for utilizing your services?
Yes, we have two separate fees: a registration fee which is required prior to the start of the process, and a placement fee which is due before the nanny’s first day. Contact us at info@uniquenannies.com to learn more.
-How long does it typically take to find a nanny through your agency?
Typically, it takes between 2 to 6 weeks to find a nanny through our agency. However, the actual timeframe can vary based on different factors. These factors include the specific needs and requirements of the family, their availability to meet potential candidates, and the effectiveness of communication between the family and our agency. We work to match families with a nanny as quickly as possible while ensuring that we find the right fit for both the family and the nanny.
-What are the qualifications and experience required for nannies?
Our nannies are:
- Passionate about children and willing to provide developmental activities
- 21 years or older
- Have at least two years of professional nanny experience
- Authorized to work in The U.S. and have a valid social security number
- Have a driver’s license and a reliable car
- Have clean background checks
- Have excellent childcare references
- Are able to make at least a 1 year commitment to a family (except short-term positions)
- Are fluent in English
- Are up-to-date on vaccines, including Covid-19
- Are CPR/First Aid certified.
-What is the extent of your background check process?
We conduct Criminal, Sex Offender, and DMV record checks.
-How can I ensure a good match with our family’s needs and values?
After having a detailed conversation with you to understand your needs and values, we carefully consider and match the qualifications and experiences of our nannies to identify the ideal fit for your family.
-How do you source nanny candidates?
Our candidate pool is sourced through a variety of channels, including professional nanny associations, our recruiters, targeted social media outreach, and referrals.