For many families, busy days only get busier once the kids start growing up. They’re off to school for a full day and then often involved in a myriad of other activities after that – basketball practice, ballet, theater classes, soccer. There is no shortage of things to sign up for.
With those hectic after-school hours, parents may need an extra hand of support.
The Family Assistant Advantage
A family assistant is a hybrid role. They often juggle running the children to and from activities, but they can also help keep other areas of your home running smoothly – all day long. Many times, family assistants become an integral part of the daily operations of an active household.
While the children are in school, they can spend the day helping with other tasks such as:
- Laundry
- Home organization
- Cleaning
- Grocery shopping
- Vendor oversight
- Meal preparation or meal planning
- Running errands
- Assisting with paying bills or scheduling appointments
- Taking other people at home to medical or other appointments
- Pet care
- Overseeing deliveries
Once the school hours are complete, your dedicated family assistant can shift their focus to the children. They can step in to help with homework, play games or do crafts with them, drive them to activities, prepare healthy snacks, or take them to playdates.
Family assistants can truly help bring calm to chaotic days where everyone seems to be going in different directions.
Full-Time Brings Peace of Mind
Family assistant roles can vary in the number of hours worked, but generally, full-time is what’s offered. Offering a full-time role opens the talent pool up a little wider, because many of our most experienced domestic staff are seeking full-time employment.
A full-time family assistant position is appealing and attracts people so you can count on a long-term hire. That means less stress for you; you can enjoy the reliability and expertise of a family assistant who can handle various tasks well throughout the day.
Balancing Work, Home, and Family
It’s no secret that we live in a very fast-paced world, and balancing work, home, and family responsibilities can sometimes be too much to handle. That’s where a family assistant can make a life-changing difference.
Family assistants are good at being flexible and rolling with what’s thrown at them from day to day. They are versatile and organized, which is a huge benefit to most households that are always on the go.
Time to Focus on What Matters
Not to mention, one of the greatest advantages of hiring a family assistant is the gift of time.
With someone to help manage the many details of the home, parents can focus on meaningful moments with their children, prioritize their own personal wellbeing, and set aside time to reach their professional goals or priorities. This support not only minimizes stress but also creates a sense of balance within the household.
We Can Help
We know that all homes aren’t alike. That’s why our team at Household Staffing dives deep into getting to know our candidates and our clients, so we can place the right family assistant the first time.
We know that you don’t want to waste time, either. You don’t want to just fill a role; you want an employee that is ready to commit long-term and provide stability you can count on.
Life can feel like a juggling act, but hiring a family assistant will keep your home and family life running just like it should.
Are you ready to add a family assistant to your home? With three decades in the staffing industry and specific expertise working with UHNW homes, we are dedicated to finding candidates that are best suited for you.
Call us today to get started, or complete our New Hire Form.
