Possibly Illegal Daycare - Job Offer

[LostMyMarbles]

The problem is, my unemployment money runs out in two weeks. I have no savings. I won't be able to afford food in a couple of weeks.

I'm still looking for something else regardless, but I need some source of income.

Like an above poster, I don’t mean to be snarky, but it sounds like you made your mind up to take the job. Illegal is just that, illegal.

[Blackcat31]

Its obvious that the people that are saying to not take the job have not been in poverty-states.

:: :: Don't assume such a thing.


@OP ~ Illegal is illegal. IF something should happen, you're just as guilty as the provider. You can't push blame onto someone else just because you need the money.

If you can't find a job in your community, there are other options. Advertise as a nanny or a caregiver for hours/times/days that many families have trouble seeking care for. There are a lot of things a person can do to survive but participating in something you know is illegal is never okay and there is never a valid excuse for doing so.

Wishing you lots of good luck in the job search!

[LysesKids]

"Its obvious that the people that are saying to not take the job have not been in poverty-states."

That's hysterical. I am Appalachian/Irish, yes I know poverty. We've met.

Taking this job could cost her the ability to ever work in this field again. Unemployable is no solution to poverty.

She'd do better taking as many kids as she can legally in her own home until she finds something or interviewing with a temp company. Temp companies are fantastic for building resume's and letting you "try out" different fields. They are also always hiring immediately.

I know right... Appalachian Irish here too... and I raised my kids as a single mom, so I know poverty well. I've been in and out of half of my life now. I just hope she really thinks it thru before taking a job that might hurt her in the end

[Mom2Two]

Could you ask for a job description that says "janitor" or something that wouldn't put you in a compromising position with the children?

Idk

But for sure, find a place to get some free food. Food banks or whatever often have really good stuff to give away. It's often just slightly out of date stuff from the grocery stores.