House parent

Title : House Parent

We have partnered with a nonprofit organization in the Amarillo TX area to provide them with a House Parent. Please review the below description and let us know if you are interested.

Prioritized Must Have Skills for the House Parent:

#1. Must be 21 or over

#2. A high school diploma or equivalent

#3. House parent couples must be married for at least two years

#4. House parent couples can have up to two children of dependent age

#5. Single house parents cannot have children of dependent age

Responsibilities of the House Parent:

• Live in your assigned cottage helping to care for and provide for up to eight children.
• Teach and lead cottage rules and daily routines.
• Provide encouragement guidance and counseling to residents.
• Participate in educational and recreational activities with the youth.
• Ensure that all childrens physical needs (food shelter etc.) are met.
• Help children build selfesteem and gain skills to overcome difficult situations.
• Act as a positive role model to youth by demonstrating appropriate behaviors and attitudes towards others.

Requirements of the House Parent:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in childcare or related field is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must be 21 or older.
• Ability to work independently with strong problem solving and decisionmaking skills.
• If you are a married couple you need to be married for at least two (2) years.
• If you applying as a couple you may bring two dependent children with you (5 years or older). Single applicants cannot bring any dependent children.
• Single applicants may bring one (1) pet couples may bring two (2). *Breed and weight limitations apply.

Other Key Requirements for the House Parent:

• In office 24/7 will live onsite
• No sponsorships or visa holders. No CorptoCorp.

Benefits of the House Parent:

• Retention bonus available!
• Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources