Program Assistant (Family Renewal - Residential)

Eagle Ranch; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Christian Community

Wellness Center access

Work-Life Balance

Benefits Package

Job summary

Eagle Ranch in Flowery Branch, Georgia, is seeking a Program Assistant to work with children and their families in a residential home setting. You will mentor children, engage with families, and contribute to education, counseling, and activities as part of a supportive team.

This full-time exempt role offers opportunities for leadership development, spiritual mentorship, and professional growth within a faith-based program that values community, wellness resources, and a balanced schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster biblical principles and mentor a child in faith.
• Offer spiritual guidance to children and families from a biblical worldview.
• Attend team meetings, trainings, staff chapel and related activities.
• Plan group development and recreational activities for kids in the program.
• Assist in facilitating the group process to build communication and relationship skills.
• Communicate progress with the children’s parents and encourage program involvement.

Skills

Mentoring children

Biblical worldview

Team collaboration

Job description

REPORTS TO

Boys' or Girls' Program Director

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Full-time (Exempt)

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

If you’re considering a career where you work with children and families, or want to work in a field such as counseling, social work, education or ministry, the Eagle Ranch Program Assistant job opportunity may be perfect for you. This position provides you training, professional experience, leadership development, and skills that will benefit your personal and professional relationships. Becoming a program assistant is a life-impacting, meaningful career opportunity where you’ll learn just as much about yourself, deepen your relationship with Christ and make a difference in the lives of children and families. As a program assistant, you’ll join a home team in our residential program. Each home cares for up to five children and is staffed by a homelife coach couple, licensed counselor and a program assistant. You’ll help mentor the kids in your home, engage with their families, and work in many aspects of the Eagle Ranch program, which includes education, counseling, training, and a lot of fun!

PERKS OF THE POSITION

• Career Development: Grow professionally with opportunities to advance your career.
• Christian Community: Be part of a team that shares your faith and values.
• Access to the Wellness Center, Trails, and Lakes: Stay fit and relax in nature.
• Work-Life Balance: Manage your professional and academic commitments effectively.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Including medical, dental, vision, and more.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Foster an understanding of what it means to live by biblical principles while encouraging a child to an individual faith in Christ.
• Offer spiritual guidance and mentorship to children and families from a biblical worldview.
• Participate in team meetings and staff meetings, trainings, staff chapel and other related activities.
• Plan and implement group development and recreational activities for kids in the program.
• Assist in facilitating the group process in the home, helping to build communication and relationship skills among the children.
• Help communicate with the children’s parents regarding the progress of their child and encourage them to embrace the treatment program.
• Communicate regular