Current Job Openings

Since 1957, Cookson Hills has provided quality Christian education and nurturing family-style living. We serve kids ages 5-17 who want to write a better story for their lives and have faced challenges with family life, school truancy, homelessness, poor peer relationships, or experienced abuse and neglect. Our staff of 48 and many volunteers come together to fulfill our vision; to raise up healthy individuals who are empowered to positively impact future generations.   

We are seeking full-time Christian houseparents willing to serve by partnering with families to give children love, education, and healing. The ideal houseparent candidates fill a surrogate parent role by providing for the daily needs of the child. Houseparents work alongside teachers, social workers, and other team members in a specialized therapeutic setting to ensure we are providing the holistic opportunity each child needs for a mature life.

Requirements:

• Married Christian Couple
• Teachable, team oriented, organized, and even-tempered
• No more than four children

Benefits: 

• Salary starting at $32,000 per couple, PLUS 
• Housing, Food, Utilities, and private Christian school tuition for dependents (Dependent(s) must qualify for enrollment at Cookson Hills Christian School in order to be eligible for this benefit.)
• Insurance available with low monthly premium
• Total Value = $50K+

For more information and FAQs, visit https://cooksonhills.org/houseparents

If you feel you may be a good fit for us, send your resume to info@cooksonhills.org.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Website:  www.cooksonhills.org

You and your spouse can make a lifelong difference for children in foster care! 

Amarillo Children's Home seeks a married husband and wife to serve as House Parents for children and teens from backgrounds of abuse and neglect.

For 98 years, Amarillo Children's Home has helped children thrive in a family-oriented Christian setting. Our mission is to restore the identity of children that they may realize their great value and be a blessing to others.

Our House Parents serve as parents to a group of 6-8 children ages K-12. They take children to school and church, prepare meals, help with homework, teach life skills, take the family on vacation, and much more. They're the ones who challenge and encourage children to become their best.

• We offer competitive salaries (starts at $47,000/couple, with laddered increases or bonuses in subsequent years based on performance)
• $1,000 Relocation Assistance
• Support and training from a caring administrative team who are available to help 24/7.
• Excellent benefits package includes a private apartment with paid utilities and a grocery allowance,
• Robust medical, dental and vision insurance at low cost; medical plan costs range from zero to $30/mo. depending on the plan selected 
• Generous paid time off in addition to regular weekly days off
• A 401k retirement plan with excellent company match
• Situated in the heart of Amarillo, Texas, a mid-sized city with a small-town feel.  Nearby attractions include Palo Duro Canyon https://palodurocanyon.com/  
• For more about ACH benefits, visit https://amarillochildrenshome.org/careers and click on the “View Benefits” bar

Qualifications: Applicants must be a legally married husband and wife willing to relocate to our location.  Qualified applicants will demonstrate sound judgment and good moral character, have the ability to work with groups of youth from traumatic backgrounds, and be able to serve as a role model for youth.
Additionally, applicants must be 21 + years of age, fluent in English, possess a valid drivers' license and good driving record, pass drug and tuberculosis screenings, and pass thorough background checks. Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. College coursework in social work, psychology, education or related is preferred. Experience working with youth is strongly preferred.

May have up to two of your own children and one pet living on campus in apartment that includes a full kitchen, living area, two bedrooms and bathroom. 

Due to requirements of the interview process, we are unable to consider candidates living outside of the United States.

To apply, email resume and application request to Dianne Hill or John Emmitt at HR@amarillochildrenshome.org.   For more info visit www.amarillochildrenshome.org

Since 1919 NMBCH has been bringing hope to the lives of children in New Mexico. Our Houseparents are on the front lines of this mission field and experience many challenges and difficult days as they labor to bring the gospel to hurting children and families. We are currently searching for husband and wife couples who feel a strong calling from the Lord to work with children. Prospective couples must have a kingdom focus and a gospel-centered life.

Our missionary couples live in provided housing and will be parenting up to 9 children. The schedule is 16 days on followed by 8 days off. Just like parents, our Houseparents carry a great amount of responsibility. This includes meeting needs such as cooking, teaching life skills, homework help, recreation, etc. In addition, Houseparents are to encourage spiritual growth and guidance by leading their household in daily devotions, prayer, active church membership and the demonstration of the gospel in their own lives.
Often, our children have never seen a godly marriage lived out before them. The Bible uses the example of marriage as a beautiful picture of Christ and his church. Therefore, before considering this position, a husband and wife should pray diligently and assess their marriage in light of the example they would set before our children. How do you handle frustrations, conflict and challenges? Children need to see their Houseparents work these things out in a God glorifying manner.

Successful missionaries will be flexible, organized, teachable and have a good sense of humor.

The children attend school during the day, which has allowed some of our Houseparents to pursue additional education or seminary training online.
Couples may have up to two of their own minor children.

Salaries begin at $40K per couple with additional benefits that include housing, utilities, food, insurance and 403(b) retirement contributions.  Our schedule is 16 days on followed by 8 days off. Some employees may be eligible for seminary tuition assistance.

When asked what would make someone a great houseparent, 6 year old “J” responded, "Someone who will build Legos with me." Because of this, Lego building experience is preferred but not required (he is willing to train).
Website: nmbch.com

Be a vibrant part of changing the lives of children going through a difficult season by using your unique parenting qualities. GAP Ministries needs mature, compassionate husband and wife teams with a heart for ministry. At GAP they will provide supervision, structure and assistance in meeting abused and neglected children’s physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs while teaching them life skills. It is a wonderful ministry opportunity to invest in the lives of children and youth by serving foster children and youth in a group home in northwest Tucson, Arizona.

As a live in parental guidance couple you will strive to provide a safe, Christ-centered temporary home for children in your care. You are part of a larger Christ-centered management team with high expectations for biblical character and values focused on creating and modeling these behaviors of love, hope and peace for the children and for all staff.

Benefits Offered: 401K (403b), Dental, Life, Medical, and Vision. Plus $1,500 incentive bonus per couple, paid at $250 per month per couple following successful completion of 90 day period in good standing. Hours Worked: Requires weekends with 2 days off earlier in the week.

GAP Ministries also has several other city-wide and community ministry opportunities for you while you are a houseparent. Learn more at www.gapmin.com.

Hear from some of our houseparents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5yFJkD68MM
Being authorized to work in the United States is a precondition of employment. GAP Ministries does NOT sponsor employment visas.

TO APPLY CLICK HERE.

Are you looking for meaningful work that helps build a healthy future for children and youth? Are you a compassionate person who enjoys helping children and youth in crisis?

Since opening our doors in 1908, the Florida United Methodist Children's Home (FUMCH) has served children and families' diverse needs by focusing on providing a nurturing environment to meet each child's emotional, physical and spiritual needs.

We're looking for enthusiastic heroes to join our fantastic team!

WHY JOIN US?

• Opportunity to make a positive difference
• Culture of caring for staff and children
• Healthy Work-Life Balance
• Premium Employee Benefits Package, including one week vacation 
• 403B Retirement with up to 5% match
• Company provided life insurance and long term disability insurance
• Work on a 120 acre campus, lined with oak trees, on the banks of Lake Monroe in Enterprise, Florida or on a 200 acre campus at our Madison Youth Ranch located in Pinetta, Florida (just minutes from Georgia).
• Salary is $35,568 annually per employee. (working only 26 weeks a year)
• Work schedule is 7 days on / 7 days off

SUMMARY
We are currently recruiting married couple RCCS/Houseparent’s and single Residential Child Care Specialists, who are strongly committed to making a significant contribution to the children and youth we serve. The primary role of the Houseparent/Residential Child Care Specialists (RCCS) is to provide direct care support to children/youth in our programs. The Residential Child Care Specialist ensures day-to-day supervision of youth is consistent with the Florida United Methodist Children’s Home policies and procedures and as an RCCS, you will monitor all aspects of daily cottage life and be the primary person(s) caring for the child/youth during his/her stay at FUMCH.  Your work schedule is 7 days on and 7 days off, and you will live in a comfortable cottage with the children in a family setting while on shift.  Your meals are provided while you are on shift in the cottage.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate an understanding of trauma informed practices through the promotion of safety, consistent care, supervision and support to residents.
• Ensure consistent implementation of each resident’s individual service plan through participation in the development of unit activities, life skill exercises and recreation activities as well as through identifying opportunities for acculturation and spiritual life awareness.
• Encourage and support each resident in the pursuit of educational growth, acculturation activities and life skills development Plan and provide for the safe transportation of youth to various activities that may include, court/legal appointments, meals out, medical appointments, etc.
• Maintain the order, safety, cleanliness of the facility, housekeeping and adequate supervision of residents at all times including cleaning tasks including sweep/mop/vacuum floors, dusting, laundry, wipe down surface areas, window cleaning, cleaning of bathrooms, youth bedrooms, collecting and taking our trash, and cleaning company vehicles.
• Provide for the nutritional needs of the youth including the preparation meals according to approved dietary menu.
• Provide for the health and clothing needs of each youth in the cottage. This includes distribution of medications and proper documentation of medication.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work with youth whose behaviors can reflect that of trauma related experiences
• Must have strong communication skills including accurate and detailed writing abilities for case notes
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers
• Ability to set appropriate limits and boundaries
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential issues
• Must have the energy and flexibility to meet the changing needs of children/youth
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and make sound decisions
• Ability to handle emergencies and follow appropriate protocols
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and effectively engage clients from diverse cultures
• Must have sensitivity to the service population

YOU NEED:

• High school diploma or GED required / degree preferred
• Minimum age for this position is 21 years old
• Minimum of one year experience working with children, either in work or volunteer
• Clean driving record
• Be able to pass an extensive background screening process

HEROES WORK HERE!

Website: www.fumch.org Careers

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Florida United Methodist Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation/gender identity, place of national origin and other categories protected by law are not factors in employment, promotion, compensation or working conditions.

POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for parenting a cottage of six foster clients within the Program Cottages.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least two years relevant child care experience
• At least 21 years of age
• Strong general knowledge of child and youth development and the child welfare system 
• Flexibility to handle various program responsibilities
• Computer proficiency: Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Ensure all care of all clients, procedures, rules, regulations, standards, and operating protocol are in compliance with organizational and contractual policies and DCF regulations at all times.
• Maintain accurate record keeping in charts, logbooks, records and licensing compliance to assure that best practices are in place and being utilized at all times.
• Maintain all required trainings within required timeframes.
• Meeting and ensure all physical needs, medical needs, mental health needs, and any other areas of growth and concern of clients, including necessary crisis intervention.
• Respond to emergencies as per emergency plans and protocol.
• Provide on-going monitoring and supervision of all clients at all times.
• Assure safe environment for residents, employees, and visitors. Consider the safety aspects of household conditions and activities. Report any safety concerns in writing to the Director of Clinical Services.
• Instruct clients in independent living skills such as obtaining employment, comparative shopping, use of public transportation, and other necessary skills.
• Provide and model proper upkeep and cleanliness of home, furnishings, and agency vehicles.

Website: http://www.placeofhope.com/careers

Residential Staff in a UNIQUE Maritime Setting. Safe Harbor Boys Home seeks mission-focused "called to serve" individuals and couples with varied skills and talents to mentor, supervise, "parent" and direct the residents. Live on campus couples provide direct care for a small group of residents (12-15 maximum), age 14 to 17, to foster their character, spiritual, emotional growth, along with vocational skill sets. Program provides live in quarters aboard one of our program vessels (power or sailboat) or you may bring your own live-aboard vessel

Seeking couples who have practical life experience, boating, sailing, general maintenance experience, vocational skills - gardening, off grid living, carpentry, mechanical, sewing, canvas work, boat repair, marina work, etc, are assets.   Houseparent shifts rotate with 7 days on duty (24/7) and 7 days off duty.  We require marriage according to Biblical standards and our Statement of Faith. Cash portion of salary for couples start at $50,000. Health Insurance, a 403(b) retirement program, paid time off, dining on campus, and other benefits available. We have some restrictions on pets, no cats allowed. CURRENTLY HIRING
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Preferred contact is to submit resume and one page only information on your spiritual beliefs and the "why" of working with adolescents, via email with subject line WORKING COUPLES. Email to schoolhiring84@gmail.com OR office@boyshome.com.  

Additional Details
Housing Included?:
Yes
Suitable for Kids? (If Housing Provided):
No
Pets Allowed? (If Housing Provided):
Possibly
Health Benefits Available?:
Yes
Local Applicants Only?:
No, non local applicants welcome
International Applicants Welcome?:
No
Website: www.boyshome.org

Soaring Wings Christian Home and Ranch is seeking to hire a Christian husband and wife to be houseparents.

Soaring Wings is a Christ-centered family and home that provides security, love, and hope to children who need a chance, through no fault of their own, for as long as they need.

We welcomed our first children in 2007 and currently have homes for school aged girls, boys, and one home for birth to 5. Soaring Wings is located 15 minutes northeast of Conway, AR on 195 beautiful acres. On our campus, children can experience horseback riding, fishing, paddle boating in the lake, hiking, bike riding, and other activities.

Soaring Wings accepts children who are not delinquent, but who need a new environment in order to thrive at a critical time in their lives. Children are admitted as birth - 17. One admitted a child may stay as long as needed and typically children are at Soaring Wings for 12 months or longer depending on the need of the child and family.

Soaring Wings exclusively serves “privately placed” children and does not serve children placed by a state agency. Soaring Wings also does not depend on any state or federal funding and is 100% privately funded by supporters who have allowed us to remain debt free.

The nature of our placements in conjunction with our full time house parent model, gorgeous and spacious homes, and 100% private support creates an environment for children and parents that is nothing short of a home.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, a strong marriage, be active in a local church during their time at SWR, and have no more than two school-age children living at home.

Houseparents should have a positive attitude and outlook on life. They must be willing to follow the policies and procedures of the Ranch, and work with all staff members to ensure the highest level of care is being provided for the children. Houseparents must agree with the Statement of Faith of the Ranch. Applicants must have minimal personal debt.

Soaring Wing Ranch operates on a full time houseparenting model. There is one houseparent couple per home. Houseparents get one “date night” per week for 4 hours, one weekend off per month, a week off in the summer, and a week off at Christmas.

For a detailed job description, please go to www.soaringwingsar.org/employment Please send resumes to Jason@soaringwingsranch.com

Do you want to make a difference?  Do you want a rewarding career working for one of the 2021 AJC Top Workplaces?  Then Goshen Valley is for you!

Goshen Valley is currently seeking mission-minded married couples who feel called to ministering to youth in a residential setting.  Couples like Mark and Abigail, who joined the team at Goshen Valley last year:

“We ultimately felt God was calling us to ministry in some capacity.  Once we learned about the opportunity at Goshen Valley and met with the staff, we knew this was the best place to use our passions and talents to invest in the foster youth at the Ranch”.

While most group homes have shift workers, our proven model is focused on creating an environment that feels as much like family as possible.   As a houseparent at Goshen, you are the centerpiece of a team focused on ministering to 6-8 boys between the ages of 8-18.  You help us achieve our mission of “Peace and Purpose” by creating a home environment that feels like a family…not an institution. 

At a time when other facilities are struggling with turnover, Goshen Valley is blessed to have a stable team environment where our houseparents are invested in and supported.  In addition to competitive compensation and fully paid benefits, our houseparents also enjoy the support of key staff for Recreation, Medical, and Educational needs of the youth.

We know that for our children to succeed, we need our team to succeed.  If you feel the call to serve youth, we invite you to see the Goshen difference and investigate how you can join in our mission of Peace and Purpose.  

To learn more about Goshen Valley Boys Ranch please check out our website at https://goshenvalley.org/programs/houseparenting/

Overview:
Houseparents have a wide-ranging list of job responsibilities. Houseparents act as a parent-like figure, with all of the duties and responsibilities that being a parent entails. This would include assisting in daily operational duties to maintain and care for the residence home, providing spiritual guidance, providing transportation for the children to appointments, activities, and church, supervising the completion of chores, homework or other responsibilities, meeting with classroom teachers to discuss the children under their care, and taking children on activities.

Requirements:
Because houseparents work with children, they are required to pass extensive background checks, which include a medical examination, FBI background checks, and local police background checks. Houseparents need to demonstrate a proven track record in working with and assisting children, particularly at-risk children. Currently, Hope Children's Home is only seeking married individuals to fulfill the houseparent position. Both spouses will be hired to work together in a home and need to demonstrate the stability and longevity of their relationship.

Scheduling:
Because Hope Children's Home offers round-the-clock care for children, Cottage Parents may work atypical schedules. Currently, Cottage Parents work a 6/1 schedule (6 days on, 1 day off).

Benefits:
Medical insurance at no cost to employee (currently Blue Cross/Blue Shield), dental insurance at no cost to employee, housing and utilities included, meals, relocation assistance, 401(k) with 4% match.
Website: www.HopeChildrensHome.org

We seek married couples who... 

• Desire to work together in ministry
• Feel God's call to love His children
• Want to serve together on mission right here in the United States
• Would enjoy the freedom of working a 24/7 rotation of 2-weeks on duty/ 2- weeks off
• Want to be part of a solid, established organization
• Wish to grow personally & professionally with intensive training at hire & year-round.

Do you have a heart for missions and for hurting children?  Are you ready to step out on faith and do KINGDOM work?  Baptist Children’s Home of NC is looking for Christian, married couples to live with, care for, and love children in a supportive environment. As a Cottage Parent, you'll take care of the children's daily needs, such as providing healthy meals and transportation to and from appointments.  You'll establish structure within the home, encourage children to learn and grow, provide for the material needs of the cottage, and provide appropriate documentation and distribution of medications and other required paperwork.  Couples will also work closely with administrative personnel and case workers to establish good communication channels that positively impact the care of our children.  Appropriate training is provided in (TCI) Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and CARE Model strategies.  Qualified applicants must be 25 years or older, possess a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.  If you feel called to a ministry, BCH may be the place for you!  Please visit our website at https://www.bchfamily.org/ to view a detailed job description and complete an application.
  
We offer employees: (Eligibility and participation guidelines apply)
Recognition: Appreciation, support, and a family-like atmosphere
Salaries:  Competitive 
Insurance benefits;  Including excellent & affordable health, dental, and vision insurance benefits
Retirement:  5% employer contribution & dollar matching of employee contributions up to 5%.

Your next steps:

• Pray about your calling

Job Description:  

King's Home, a Christ-centered ministry in existence for over 40 years located in Shelby County seeking to hire Family Teaching Parent couples who want to provide a safe, stable home like environment for youth and to model and serve the youth entrusted in our care. The youth we serve have been removed from their biological families due to abuse and or neglect. King's Home provides comprehensive counseling services for individual and families, including equine therapy, art classes and farm and garden experiences to help the youth heal from traumatic events.

Our couples, when hired, work only this job. Our Family Teaching Parent couples live in a built in apartment in the home which they are assigned. You do not move out of the apartment on days off. Each of our homes will serve up to eight youth, ages 10 – 18. This particular home is a girls home in Shelby County. Each home has a 15 passenger van and a smaller vehicle assigned for transporting youth. The Family Teaching Parents are responsible for taking youth to doctor's appointments, handling school issues, etc, just as you would with your own children. Youth attend public schools. Family Teaching Parents are constantly teaching basic living skills to the youth utilizing our Family Teaching Parent Model. An Assistant and night staff are assigned to our homes.

Family Teaching Parents are hired as a couple, but earn benefits separately. Our benefit package includes Blue Cross and Blue Shield health and dental insurance (paid entirely for the family by the ministry), generous earned vacation and personal time, short/long term disability paid for by the ministry, SIMPLE IRA for retirement after one year of employment, paid housing, utilities, internet, and cable. King's Home offers relocation expenses. The only out of pocket expenses are your personal bills. King's Home's beautiful campuses are located in a rural setting, but not far from the Birmingham Metro area.

Applicants must be at least 25 years of age, married at least two years, have at minimum a high school diploma/GED, clear criminal/driving records. Couples with children welcome.
Website: https://www.kingshome.com/

Is God Calling You for More?
Since 1985, Eagle Ranch has served as North Georgia and metro Atlanta’s top residential children’s program. We are now hiring Houseparent Couples, married Christian couples who are looking for meaningful work to serve struggling children and their families.
Houseparent couples live full-time in one of our 10 homes in a neighborhood atmosphere on our beautiful 315-acre campus, living in close community with other Houseparents and their families. Houseparents are responsible for nurturing and caring for up to 7 boys or girls in that home, facilitating our therapeutic program by modeling a healthy Christian home. Houseparents are directly supported by a Licensed Professional Counselor and Program Assistant. No prior experience necessary – we provide all training and support needed.
Quality of Life: The Eagle Ranch Difference
Our Houseparents choose Eagle Ranch for a variety of reasons, but many cite the quality of life we provide. Some of the benefits they enjoy most include:

• Competitive annual salary with health and dental insurance
• A positive, supportive team and close community environment
• Paid housing, utilities and food. Each home features a private houseparent suite.
• Beautiful, well-maintained homes, an on-campus school and excellent recreational facilities including: fitness center, pool, tennis courts, equestrian center, 2 lakes for fishing and canoes, playgrounds, wooded trails and more
• Regular time off and holiday breaks: 2 date nights/week, 2 weekends/month, holiday and summer breaks (children go home with their families during off weekends and breaks)
• Working with children and their families toward family restoration. Houseparents get to build relationships with each child’s family, who remain closely involved
• Reputation for excellence and 37 years of successful work with children and families

If you would like to learn more about joining our community and making a difference in the lives of children, visit www.EagleRanch.org/Houseparents

Ready to Apply?
Couples should email their professional resumes with a cover letter (please include the age and gender of any dependent children) to John Cunnings, Director of Homelife, at info@eagleranch.org and we will contact you.

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is accepting applications for dedicated, energetic people for our childcare teams!
Cal Farley's is a general residential childcare operation, open to at-risk children ages 5 to 18, that has been providing nurturing homes, education and other opportunities for disadvantaged children since 1939; nestled in the rolling hills outside of Amarillo, TX. Boys Ranch is an entire community built to surround children from across the nation with nurturing support and structure. 
House Parents significantly impact the lives of children, making their role the backbone of our programs at Boys Ranch. Our House Parents work closely with the residents, they are important role models and have all the responsibilities in helping to meet the physical, emotional and social needs of the youth in their care. Successful House Parents come from many walks of life, represent different age groups, and display different personalities.

Extensive training and outstanding support provided.
Benefits: Rent-free private 2-3 bedroom apartment including meals and utilities (including cable); relocation assistance; use of two state of the art-fitness centers, indoor swimming pool and bowling alley.
For more information, visit our House Parent page here!

Additional benefits:

• Major medical, dental and vision
• Life insurance & voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan, with company match up to 5 percent
• 6 days on, 3 days off and respite program
• Wellness program
• Onsite day care 
• Tuition & health club reimbursement program

St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) shapes the future of Florida's at-risk youth by providing coaching, counseling and care in family style therapeutic group homes and outpatient community services.

This is a live on campus position with 7 on and 7 off shifts

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES: Applicants for this position should possess:

-A minimum of high school diploma or GED
-Two years' experience working with youth who have mental/behavioral health issues, preferably in a residential setting, or a Bachelor's degree in related mental health field.
-Valid Driver's License
-History free of offenses listed on the Affidavit of Good Moral Character
-Must be able to clear a background screening and pre-employment drug screen

COMPETENCIES:

-Providing a role model and mentor for children. The ability to present self in a positive, professional manner to the children and other agency personnel.
-Being a Team Member. The desire to work cooperatively as a member of a team for the benefit of the child and the organization.
-Ability to provide structure. The ability to be consistent in providing discipline to each child, as prescribed by the program and the individual treatment plan.
-Ability to provide a homelike environment. The ability to make the SAYS residential environment as close to a home as possible.

SAYS offers a generous benefits package including 2 weeks PTO, 11 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance. There is also the potential for bonuses!
Website: https://staugustineyouthservicessays.applytojob.com/apply