House Parents Position Available In Oconee, South Carolina

House Parents Collins Family Ministries 110 Collins Home Drive, Seneca, SC 29672 Do have a calling to do mission work, and have a heart for children? As a Houseparent Couple at Collins Family Ministries, you have the unique opportunity to help children from many different backgrounds find a place that they can truly call home. Our children come from across the state of SC. We ensure they have a loving, Christ-centered environment and opportunities to participate in everyday activities such as school, church activities, sports, clubs, music, etc. Collins Family Ministries exists to embody the love of Christ by providing compassion to families, at-risk young adults, and children who are experiencing hardship. We provide shelter to children and youth, strength to families, and stability to our community. Our 26-acre campus has two residential homes for children, one boy’s and one girl’s home, and a fenced-protected playground. Our campus is located close to Lakes Jocassee, Hartwell and Keowee. Seneca is a charming town with a quaint downtown, year-round festivals & activities, and is just minutes from Clemson University. If you and your spouse are interested in being an agent of change in young people’s lives, please contact us at jmartin@collinschildrenshome.org.

Schedule:

10 days on, 4 days off (live in position); off campus respite housing is provided for off time, if necessary.

Responsibilities include:

Live on-site in a ranch-style home providing direct, professional parenting for up to 8 children. Provide a loving, Christian living environment in a home-like setting with structure and stability. Build rapport and become a role model for children and youth. Teach and follow safety and campus protocols and routines. Promote excellent educational habits and provide academic support, as needed. Lead the home to promote spiritual and emotional development. Be a good steward of all resources provided to and for the children at CFM. Plan, execute, and teach independent living skills such as meal preparation, chores, etc. Facilitate all scheduled activities in a timely manner, appropriately dressed. Complete documentation requirements according to protocol/timeline. Work within an allotted budget for the home.

Benefits & Perks:

Live on-site – food, utilities and housing included with in-house quarter Benefits package that includes health (reimbursement), dental, vision and life insurance; a Simple IRA retirement plan; paid vacation Counseling services for emotional well-being and spiritual growth Stipend toward cell phone Utilization of Off-Campus Housing Company Vehicle for use while on duty Free membership to

YMCA, Sam’s Club & Oconee County Parks Required Qualifications:

24 years of age or older High School diploma or equivalent is required Valid driver’s license with good driving record Pass all required background checks

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $20,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Shift:

Overnight shift

Work Location:

In person