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House Parent Couple

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Black Mountain, NC, United States
Full-time

Live-in house parents for at-promise youth at Christian children's ministry.

Areas of Responsibility: 

House Parent Couple needed at Christian children’s home in Black Mountain, NC. Both members of the couple must have a minimum of a GED or high school diploma, but higher levels of education--especially in human services fields--are welcome. Strong previous experience in working with children in a residential setting is preferred. House parents work to provide for the needs of up to ten resident children in a designated house during a seven-day, alternate-week shift; teach residents basic living skills; and work to obtain home and outside services for resident youth. Flexibility, patience, and a desire to change lives for the better a must. Cover letter sharing your passion for working with youth and why you feel you would be a good fit for our ministry is REQUIRED

Skills/Experience: 

Experience working with youth in direct care setting strongly preferred.

High School diploma required.

Background check required.

Passion for working with youth in a Christian setting.

Housing provided while on shift--must have own housing on alternate weeks.

Compensation/Benefits: 

Exceptional benefits including 100% health coverage, 401k match after first year, long and short-term disability, and holiday pay.

Organization Info

Black Mountain Home for Children, YOU

Overview
Headquarters: 
Black Mountain, NC
Annual Budget : 
$1-5M
Size: 
51-200 employees
Founded: 
1904
About Us
Mission: 

Glorifying God by caring for children and families

Programs: 

Begun by Presbyterian minister Robert Perry Smith in 1904 as Mountain Orphanage, the Home began its ministry taking in Appalachian children whose parents had died or disappeared. Today, the ministry serves youth from birth through college graduation through family foster care, residential care, transitional living, and independent living.

Awards & Accolades: 
COA Accredited
Guidestar Platinum Non-Profit
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Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 17 2019
Active Until: 
Oct 17 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Black Mountain Home for Children, YOU
industry: 
Nonprofit