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Acing the Nanny Job Interview

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 8/13/15 3:23 PM

Nanny job interviews can be a bit intimidating. You might not always know what to expect or what kind of questions you’ll be asked, but there are a few things that can help you prepare. These tips can help you confidently tackle the nanny job interview and hiring process and “wow” the prospective employer.

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Topics: nanny job interview

Senior Homecare: Creating a Work Agreement

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 8/6/15 3:22 PM

If you’re an in-home senior care provider that is looking to work with a new senior, it is important that you establish the ground rules right away. The best way to do that is to create a clear and detailed senior caregiver work agreement that will serve as a guideline for both you and the family. It will outline what is expected and will help both parties avoid confusion in the future, should any unexpected situations or misunderstandings occur. So, how do you create a senior caregiver work agreement? We’ve outlined some of the basic must-haves below.

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When DIY Nanny Taxes Go Wrong

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 7/30/15 3:21 PM

A Nanny Payroll Case Study

There’s no doubt about it. Nanny taxes are complicated. There are federal and state taxes, as well as federal and state labor laws that need to be upheld. For some families, while taxes can be a little overwhelming, they think that they can figure it out themselves. This can be done, but before you do it yourself, you need to know it all – the ins and outs of preparing nanny taxes. If not, the do it yourself method can go terribly wrong. Consider this case study of a family that thought they had a good understanding of tax filings, but in fact, ended up making some costly errors.

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Topics: household payroll literacy, nanny taxes, payroll recordkeeping, nanny tax case study

The Temporary Nanny and Her Taxes

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 7/28/15 3:00 PM

Many nannies work a series of short term assignments throughout the year. These can range from several days to several months, and this may be something that you’re used to doing on a regular basis. But, these types of situations can leave nannies/caregivers confused about how wages should be paid from a payroll and tax perspective. Here, we discuss some of the facts about how your temporary nanny position affects how you pay your taxes.     

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Topics: temporary nanny, temporary household worker

Facts about Nanny Training and Credentialing

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 7/23/15 3:21 PM

If you’re looking to start a career as a nanny, you may be wondering what type of education, nanny training courses, credentials, or licensures you need in order to secure a great job. While there are many places around the world that do in fact involve licensure before getting a nanny job, the United States does not require such licensure. There are a variety of formal nanny training programs in the United States as well as a Nanny Credential Exam through the International Nanny Association that can help individuals prepare for a career as a nanny. We’ve outlined some of the important facts about nanny training, credentialing, and licensure here.

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Topics: nanny training

Senior Home Care and Nanny Misclassification Enforcement Steps Up

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 7/21/15 11:55 AM

Most Workers are Employees!

The US Department of Labor's Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division, David Weil, clearly stated on July 15, 2015 that most workers are considered employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act, as he issued new guidelines aimed at limiting the misclassification of workers as independent contractors.

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Topics: worker misclassification, worker misclassification independent contractor, senior home care

What are Newborn Care Specialists?

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 7/16/15 5:20 PM

When parents first hold their babies, they feel a fierce love and sense of protection for the child. They want to do anything and everything they can to care for the baby as best as possible and find others that love and care for the baby as much as they do. And when the time comes, one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent is who will help care for your infant. You may have heard of Newborn Care Specialists, also known as infant care specialists, but what exactly do they do and will it be a good fit for your family? Here, we’ve outlined an infant specialist job description and some facts you should know about Newborn Care Specialists and what they have to offer.

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Summer Nanny & the Nanny Taxes

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 7/9/15 3:07 PM

It’s that time of year again: summer is here and that means your children are out of school. Your children are likely looking forward to a lot of fun and relaxation during the warm summer months, but for you, these months may cause a bit of anxiety because you could be left scrambling to find reliable childcare during the time that you're at work.

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Topics: summer nanny

Oregon Enacts Domestic Worker Bill of Rights

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 6/30/15 1:45 PM

On June 17, 2015, Oregon Senate Bill 552 was signed into law, making Oregon the 5th state to enact a Domestic Worker Bill of Rights. The law becomes effective January 1, 2016.

The Oregon legislation is very similar to New York's 2010 Domestic Worker Bill of Rights and includes the following provisions.

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Topics: domestic workers bill of rights

Nanny Reference Checking: 101

Posted by HomeWork Solutions on 6/29/15 10:08 PM

The references that a nanny candidate provides are a great resource for insight into how that nanny might fit your family’s unique personality and needs. While contacting references can be time-consuming, it’s a completely necessary step in the process of hiring a new nanny.

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Topics: nanny background screening, nanny screening, nanny reference check

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