Caregiver

YOUTH CAREGIVER

Accepting PRN (as needed) & Part Time (12 hours per month up to 29 hours per week)

• Flexibility needed

SITE OF SERVICE:

• U.S. Customs & Border Protection - Rio Grande Valley Sector

• McAllen, TX

SECURITY:

Candidates must undergo an e-QIP security clearance process, typically spanning 60-90 days. Commitment to this thorough process is essential due to its significant time and cost investment. You will not be eligible for employment until this process has been completed.

JOB SUMMARY:

U.S. Customs & Border Protection is looking for bilingual caregivers, who will perform the duties and responsibilities for Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) and Family Units (FMUA). The caregiver shall maintain a safe environment, observing and encouraging adherence to safety rules and health guidelines. This will include assisting with the general care of children performed at a level of quality and according to industry safety standards commensurate with those required of caregivers employed at state-licensed daycare facilities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: Not required. Will train in the following skills: personal care and toileting for children; basic hygiene and basic infection control; maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment; basic first aid and basic emergency procedures; understanding abuse and neglect.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED

• Must have a valid US Driver's License

• Additional Certifications : CPR Certification (Preferred)

• U.S. Citizenship : Individuals shall be U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent Residents residing in the US for 3 of the past 5 years.

• Language Requirement: Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.

• Physical Capability: Shall be physically capable of standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services required under the contract.

HOURS:

• 12 hour shifts - 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM

• 3.5 days a week - Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat

• Weekends & Holidays required

• Shift times cannot be moved

Due to shift availability, you WILL be required to start on night shift. Please let us know if this is not an option for you.

BENEFITS:

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Paid Time Off/Sick Time

• 401K & Life Insurance

LUKE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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