Lead House Parent - Relocation Assistance Provided

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Utilities covered

Meals provided

Health care plan (medical, dental, vis

Retirement plan with 5% match

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&

Paid Time Off & Personal Days

Disability insurance (Short & Long)

Job summary

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is seeking a live-in House Parent to provide direct care and a home-like environment for children on our main campus in Texas. Responsibilities include guiding daily routines, supporting residents emotionally, and coordinating educational and recreational activities.

Applicants must be 21+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in childcare or a related field is preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Live in your assigned cottage and care for up to eight children.
• Teach and enforce cottage rules and daily routines.
• Provide encouragement, guidance, and counseling to residents.
• Participate in educational and recreational activities with youth.
• Ensure basic needs (food, shelter) are met.
• Help children build self-esteem and coping skills.
• Serve as a positive role model for youth.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job 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.

Please Note:This position isbased 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 isrequired.

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.
• 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.
• 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.