I posted this in my lj:
So today was my first day of work... wow is how I would describe it in one word. I have to deal with 6 kids (2 boys & 4 girls). I did not realize how much responsibility I have at this job. My shift is a noon until night... when I arrive I have to make them all lunch then I have to drive them in the van to therapy... When the kids and I return my co-worker should be starting dinner. We all have dinner, do chores and then unwind before bedtime. Once the children are in bed... I am to check their bedrooms 4 times every hour at random times. One person is to stand in the doorway while the other walks in to make sure none of the kids are doing anything naughty. If any kid confides in me by telling me anything sexual or abusive.. I am to fill out at least 2 different reports and if I don't and get caught... I will be automatically fired. If kids get to go for a walk, I must inspect them for contraband (empty pockets, wiggles clothes, take off shoes etc). The pantry, freezer, medicine cabinet and office are to be locked at all times... I must carry around keys to unlock and lock them whenever a kid needs anything from there. If I am to give them their allowance, they must be weighed before in order to make sure they are eating properly. I also supply them with their medication for their psychological disorders. If the kids want to go shopping, I take them to the stores etc. If they need help... I am allowed to have one on ones with them, but I am advised not to because I might find out stuff I might be mandated to report. Besides the reports, I must log any somewhat significant thing that happens while I am working as well as the van mileage when I drive it. This is all that I found out today... I am still in training... who knows what other responsibilities I will have. I did 6 hours today and I will have 8 hours tomorrow.
Besides finding this out, one gal already gave me an attitude. They definitely asked me the question that my co-workers warned me about... "Are you a lesbian?" And they wanted to know if I had past experience with in-home kids (already seeing what they can get away with with me) and when my shift was. They like to curse a lot as well... any guesses on when I will first get cussed out (pretty much a guaranteed thing)?