The County of Renfrew Licensed Home Child Care Agency contracts with individual child care providers who use their own homes to provide care for children. The agency screens, approves, and monitors the Home Child Care Providers and their family under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 legislation.
The County of Renfrew Licensed Home Child Care Agency (LHCC) believes children are competent, capable of complex thinking, curious, and rich in potential. Each Child Care Provider, with support from the Licensed Home Visitor, must provide an environment that fosters the health, safety, nutrition, and well-being of the children in their care. Daily programming must align with the County of Renfrew Home Child Care Agency program statement.
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| Benefits of Licensed Home Child Care |
- Child Care Providers receive ongoing guidance from Registered Early Childhood Educators
- All Child Care Providers must possess a clear Vulnerable Sector Check, a Family and Children’s Services background character check, and a current Standard First Aid & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate
- Each home is regulated by the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014
- Fee subsidies may be available for families who qualify
- Active indoor and outdoor play, rest, and nutritious snacks/meals incorporated into their daily routine
- Various homes available throughout Renfrew County
- Low child to adult ratio (maximum of six children)
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To place your child on the waitlist, or to inquire about current availabilities, contact our Licensed Home Visitors directly.
Tanya - 613-732-2601 extension 1110
Chanelle - 613-732-2601 extension 1113
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Are you interested in becoming a Licensed Home Child Care Provider with our agency?
The County of Renfrew is seeking dedicated Child Care Providers who will ensure that the health, safety, nutrition, and well-being of the children in their care is their top priority.
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- Run your own business from your home
- Set your own hours
- Receive continued support and resources
- Payments received 2x per month
- Receive payments for STAT holidays
- Ongoing Professional Development
- Parent fees are managed by the Agency
- Parents have access to reduced fees through CWELCC
- Providers can qualify for Wage Enhancement Grants
- Funding may be available for toys, equipment, and other expenditures
- Agency handles waitlist and supports placement of children
- Connect with a network of like minded individuals
- Help fill a vital need in your community
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Successful Home Child Care Providers will have:
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- A safe, healthy and smoke-free home environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- A passion to provide high-quality child care, and fill a vital need in your community
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How to Apply
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To inquire about joining our agency, or to ask any questions, contact our Licensed Home Visitors directly. They will walk you through the process of applying, discuss next steps, and answer any questions you may have.
Tanya - 613-732-2601 extension 1110
Chanelle - 613-732-2601 extension 1113
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