BrightStar Care of Leesburg’s PERM Program: Your Path to Living and Working in the U.S.
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BrightStar Care of Leesburg’s PERM Program: Your Path to Living and Working in the U.S.

Published On
February 14, 2025
Finding opportunities to work and build a life in the United States can be challenging, especially for international professionals seeking long-term career growth. 

At Sweet Virginia Care, doing business as BrightStar Care of Leesburg, we understand the importance of providing a clear, supportive pathway to employment in home care as a caregiver through our PERM Immigration Program.

Our program is designed to help skilled caregivers and healthcare professionals secure stable, rewarding jobs, all while ensuring a smooth transition to life in the U.S. 

While we prioritize hiring candidates with a caregiving or nursing background, we also welcome individuals who have a genuine passion for caring and have demonstrated this by providing support for their family members. Compassion, patience and dedication are just as important as experience, and we believe that those with a heart for caregiving can make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients.

If you're looking for an opportunity to turn your dreams into reality, our PERM program might be the perfect fit for you.

Unlock Your Career Potential With Sweet Virginia Care

Operating under the Brightstar Care franchise, our Sweet Virginia Care team is committed to helping international professionals build rewarding careers in the U.S. through our PERM Immigration Program. 

Since our founding in 2016, we have been dedicated to delivering compassionate, award-winning care to our clients while creating meaningful career opportunities for caregivers worldwide.

Our Growth and Achievements

BrightStar Care of Leesburg has rapidly become a leader in the home care industry, earning numerous accolades for excellence. 
  • Ranked in the top 1% of all Brightstar Care offices for volume and revenue.
  • Recognized as the #1 fastest-growing company in our network.
  • Accredited by The Joint Commission, the gold standard in healthcare.
  • Enterprise Champion for Quality Care award recipient.
  • Named Franchise of the Year in both 2021 and 2023, the only franchise to achieve this twice.
  • 4.9-star customer satisfaction rating, reflecting our commitment to quality care and service.

Understanding PERM

PERM, or Program Electronic Review Management, is a government program designed to streamline the employment-based permanent labor certification process, ensuring qualified professionals can achieve their career goals with ease.

Why Choose Our PERM Program?

Our PERM Program is designed to provide international and local professionals with a gateway to career stability, long-term employment, and potential U.S. residency. 

It's A Once-In-a-Lifetime Opportunity offering a unique opportunity to live and work in the US with a clear pathway to becoming a US citizen after a few years.

Competitive Pay & Equal Opportunity

We believe in fair and equal compensation for all employees, regardless of their country of origin. Our international hires start at the same hourly rate as our U.S.-based employees.

In addition to competitive pay, we provide:

  • Guaranteed full-time employment upon approval.

  • Career advancement opportunities in the healthcare industry.

  • A welcoming work environment where diversity is valued and respected.

Comprehensive Training & Certification

To help you excel in your new role, we provide a 40-hour Personal Care Aide (PCA) training course conducted by a registered nurse upon your arrival in the U.S. This training equips you with the essential skills needed to deliver high-quality home care services and obtain PCA certification. This structured training ensures that you feel confident and prepared as you begin your career in the U.S.
 

Candidate Responsibilities

-   Legal Fees: Candidates are responsible for all their legal fees.

-   Living Expenses: Candidates must have extra savings in addition to monthly pay to cover their own living expenses.

Two-Year Commitment for Long-Term Success

Candidates accepted into the PERM Program must commit to working with us for a minimum of two years. This ensures:

  • Job security and career growth in a stable healthcare setting.

  • A strong foundation for future opportunities in the U.S.

  • Eligibility for further residency and citizenship applications


How to Get Started

Starting your journey with the BrightStar Care of Leesburg PERM Immigration Program is a straightforward process designed to ensure a smooth transition to employment in the U.S. Our role in the process is to conduct interviews and, if it goes well, you are guaranteed a full-time position with our company. However, the entire immigration process, including all legal expenses and government fees, is managed by the recruiting company/law firm we partner with. They handle all aspects of your immigration paperwork and have their own fee structures.

Here is how the process works:

Step One: Initiating the Process

Your first step is to contact one of the law firms or recruitment companies listed below. They will provide you with all the information you need regarding the cost, paperwork, and contract details.

Step Two: Interview with Us

After the paperwork is in order, the firm/company will forward your application to us. We will then conduct an interview to assess your fit for our full-time position. Following the interview, we will notify the firm/company of our decision.

Step Three: If Hired

We will keep in contact with you throughout your immigration process, which could take 2 to 5 years. We hope the government gets it down to 2-3 years. For some applications, especially during the pandemic, it took 5 years or more. Once you have obtained your visa, you will join us on a permanent resident status, and you can bring your family with you (if their documents were filed with yours).

Here are the contact details of the law firm/recruitment companies we currently work with:

Neil Sawyer, Sr. Attorney

American International & Immigration Law, PC

Direct: (703) 885-0637

Email: nsawyer@aiilaw.com

Website: www.aiilaw.com

 

Amelia Peixoto, CEO

Zion Solutions

WhatsApp: +(202) 643-0590

Email: business@zionsolutions.group

Website: www.zionsolutions.group

 

Samuel "Kody" Doherty, CEO

Overseas Job Solutions

Cell: (925) 819-2663

Email: kody@overseasjobsolutions.com

Website: Overseasjobsolutions.com

Please reach out to them directly to get more information on their fees and services. This will help you decide which of them you would like to proceed with.

Contact BrightStar Care of Leesburg! 

For more information, email us at Leesburg.PERMprogram@brightstarcare.com 

BrightStar Care of Leesburg is here to provide the resources and support you need to start the PERM sponsorship program. Contact us today to learn more about becoming an international caregiver! Our office is 21035 Sycolin Rd Suite 55, Ashburn, VA 20147. You may also call us at (703) 214-0345

We look forward to hearing from you!