Caregiver

Company: Sanford Federal
Location: Weslaco
Posted on: April 3, 2021

Job Description:

Sanford Federal (SANFORD) headquartered in Stafford, VA., is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that provides federal professional services, primarily engaged in providing advanced information technology, cyber security, management systems support, as well as business and infrastructure management services.We are among the most innovative, respected, and ethical providers of technology solutions to the United States government. Our mission is to provide superior-quality, innovative, information technology solutions that help federal agencies best aid, serve, and protect the American people.Job Title: CaregiverBased at: Customs and Border Protection United States Border Patrol, Weslaco Station 1501 E. Expressway 83 Weslaco, TX 78596Job Summary: Sanford Federal is looking for a successful caregiver, who will perform the duties and responsibilities of each of the Monitors/Caregivers (hereinafter "Providers to detainees classified as Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) and Family Units (FMUA), in various locations throughout The United States Border Patrol (USBP), Rio Grande Valley (RGV), in TexasOur ideal candidate holds a convenient academic background combined with moderate work experiences directly related to the field, and be fully capable of performing in an efficient, reliable, and professional manner.* Requirements: The Candidate must meet the following requirements.Education & Experience:* High School Diploma or equivalent.* A valid driver's license.* Minimum age of 18 years old.* Record of immunizations and ability to pass background check.* Experience and training in the following: caregiver areas of responsibility commensurate with the level required of Providers employed at state-licensed daycare facilities. Certification of training and/or licensing shall be provided.* Training 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.* Skills and Language: * Ability to perform vigorous physical activity (bending, standing, walking, sitting, etc.) for extended periods.* Ability to hear and see well enough to monitor children and keep them safe at all times. * Ability to lift 40 lbs. * Good communication and interpersonal skills* Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish.* Duties: the candidate will be responsible for,* Perform the collection and bagging of dirty laundry and staging the bags for transport to on-site laundry trailer facilities. the candidate is not required to actually perform the laundering as another third party will perform the laundering tasks.* Monitor at all times all detainees going into and out of showers, from start to finish and adhering to DHS regulations implementing the Prison Rape Elimination Act* Assist in bathing children, ages 17 and under, as required.* Be responsible for storing Government-furnished clothing in designated shelves and issuing it to UAC detainees while the detainees' clothing is being washed* Assist with the general care of children to include monitoring, changing diapers, assisting with toilet use and hand-washing, feeding when a child is not able to feed him or herself, and identifying and tending to other similar basic needs of children as they arise. * Assist in keeping shower facilities well ordered and cared for between uses. Cleaning and sanitizing is the responsibility of a separate cleaning companyWhy Sanford Federal?You can take pride in working for a company dedicated to serving our government by providing the best, most cost-effective solutions for the US Government. Our work helps the US Government secure our nation, support the efforts of our military and intelligence communities, and provide lifesaving medical services to our soldiers, vets, and their families.Please submit your most up-to-date resume. Please be sure to highlight your relevant experience.Sanford Federal is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.Powered by JazzHRKe9FT7lHHO

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