Word of mouth is another good way to learn about a babysitting services background. If you have a friend, family member, or neighbour that’s used a professional service before they may have some valuable insight that will make your decision a little easier.
If you’ve done a bit of homework into a service and you don’t like what you’ve heard, it’s normally a good idea to trust your instincts. According to Red Cross statistics, 55 percent of parents end up staying home because they’re just not happy with the options available to them.
Screening
What really sets a service such as the one offered by NJBS apart is the intensive screening process they put all of their employees through. It doesn’t matter if you’re hiring a sitter for a night on the town, or a live in nanny – they all go through the same rigorous process.
The overwhelming majority of parents also want a babysitter that’s certified in CPR and First Aid in case of emergency. The teenager next door may have these qualifications, but there are no guarantees. With a professional service, you may pay extra, but the person looking after your child will be trained in these essential life saving techniques.
Background Checks
There are many ways to tell if an agency really has the best interests of its clients in mind and it goes beyond hiring employees with CPR and First Aid. A good company will also know a lot about the background of each one of their employees.
