Lead House Parent - Relocation Assistance Provided

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Annual retention bonus

COLA

Housing provided

Health plan

Retirement plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Training & development

Wellness resources

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is seeking a House Parent to provide direct care and create a home-like environment for up to eight children in a cottage setting. This live-in role requires compassion, responsibility, and the ability to manage daily routines.

Responsibilities include supervising daily activities, teaching cottage rules, offering guidance and counseling, and supporting children with meals, education, and recreation while modeling positive behavior. Relocation to Boys Ranch is required.

Qualifications

• 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 driver's license.
• Must be 21 or older.
• Ability to work independently with strong problem solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 children’s physical needs (food, shelter, etc.) are met.
• Help children build self-esteem and gain skills to overcome difficult situations.
• Act as a positive role model to youth by demonstrating appropriate behaviors and attitudes towards others.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Problem solving

Decision making

Driver's license

21+ years old

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is a nonprofit child and family service organization that provides residential family-style living in a rural setting for boys and girls in need of a safe, home-like environment. We are currently seeking House Parents to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct care services and creating a home-like environment for children in need.

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is a nonprofit child and family service organization that provides residential family-style living in a rural setting for boys and girls in need of a safe, home-like environment. We are currently seeking House Parents to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct care services and creating a home-like environment for children in need.

Note

This position is based at our main campus in Boys Ranch, Texas, located approximately 40 miles northwest of Amarillo. Applicants from across the country are welcome to apply, but relocation to Boys Ranch is required.

The House Parent plays an instrumental role in creating a positive and nurturing environment for children who need a safe place to call home. As a House Parent you will work directly with children to provide support, guidance, and positive reinforcement. You will help children with daily tasks and activities, and you will be responsible for creating a sense of family within your home.

Responsibilities

• 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 children’s physical needs (food, shelter, etc.) are met.
• Help children build self-esteem and gain skills to overcome difficult situations.
• Act as a positive role model to youth by demonstrating appropriate behaviors and attitudes towards others.

Requirements

• 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 driver's license.
• Must be 21 or older.
• Ability to work independently with strong problem solving and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• 1500.00 signing Bonus
• 1000.00 Annual retention bonus
• Annual COLA (Cost of Living adjustment) provided.
• Housing, Utilities, and some meals provided
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, Roth) with 5% Company match!
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off & Personal Days
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources & Perks
• Annual Respite Bonus
• Relocation Assistance package

Cal Farley's is an Equal Opportunity Employer.