I’m sorry, what exactly is your point that hasn’t already been said? Do you understand how language and words work? Did someone say marijuana was legal in DC? Common sense tells you that there is the possibility of either getting fired or not hired if you refuse a drug test. You can still refuse to take one. Did you think that wasn’t known? |
OP, you’re obviously concerned about the drug use. Given the arguments here, bypass that nanny and ask the other candidates for test results (you may need to pay for the tests). |
This. I have more issues with the homeless all over the parks and playgrounds; searching the sand areas for their shit and needles and not being able to kick them off the equipment while they sleep because they have rights to do so. And what the hell are you talking about it “flying over the hills” I live in the valley. The valley smells anyway. As does everywhere else and it’s not marijuana it’s homeless shit, it’s chemicals and more |
Accept the nanny probably isn't getting a feds wage, so either pay her the wage or don't tell her what she can do in her spare time. |
I’m a nanny, and I don’t have an issue with it. As I said, the only caveat is about testing in a licensed facility. |
Saying you’re a nanny who doesn’t have an issue with it doesn’t mean you speak for all nannies. |
I’m a nanny. Every family I’ve ever worked for I’ve been up front with and they know/knew I smoked recreationally. They all have some form of relaxing as well. A couple families (parents) also smoked pot, some drink, some smoke cigs. We’re adults. Either you trust the person to watch your kids or you don’t. I also mostly worked with parents who partially worked from home and or/have cameras in the house (which I’m happy to comply with) so they were around me while I was working quite often and could see my state of mind and what was going on when they weren’t home. I also am a super social nanny, I’m always out and about, so they couldn’t ALWAYS see me. They trust me.
I’ve never had anyone request a drug test because when asked if i smoke I am honest. I don’t have time to waste interviewing with families who wouldn’t want to consider me. I’m definitely not a loser. I’m a professional who values my career and the relationships with the families over worked with over the years. And have a great resume to boot. Get with the times. |
[b] Get with the times man! Smoking is soooo healthy and great for your lungs- not to mention your breath and clothes! |
I would be concerned if she tested positive for:
Meth Crack Heroin Opioids Cocaine Codeine Nicotine but pot? That isn't concerning to me at all. Marijuana is legal in DC and it is comparable to alcohol to me. If she's not drinking or smoking around your children and she's a great nanny, I really don't care how she spends her free time. Also taking into account that all of the drugs I mentioned up top would be out of your system in a matter of days, which means if she tested positive she was hitting the drugs hard right before her test. Marijuana stays in your system for 30 days minimum. This means she could've smoked while on vacation in Jamaica with her friends once 3 weeks ago and she still tested positive. Hire her, if you don't someone else will. |
Can't stand pot heads. Would never hire such a nanny. |
I smoke not do not drink alcohol. I’d be fine with it. |
A hair test shows all of those... |
My mother has a rib injury and rubs cbd oil on it. She’s such a loser! She should up her prescription medications, that would be a healthier option! There are also some great sleep aids out there, but maybe ambien would be a better choice... you’re an idiot. |
Most people don’t smoke it, at least not often. Even the people who do smoke it regularly, it is a few puffs in the evening, not an all day thing! Obviously people who are smoking marijuana or drinking during work hours, should be be trusted with your children, but that simply isn’t reality. |
She sounds like fun! Would you hire your friends who use in on a "recreational" basis? She's young, didn't think of "purging" before the test. Remember another thing: "taking care of kids, in general, impairs one's judgement," but our kids survive. |