FEATURED JOB OPENING: Nautical Houseparents - Jacksonville, FL

Posted: 9/11/2023

COUPLES TO WORK WITH BOYS, BOATS & FULFILL YOUR PURPOSE in a fun, energentic environment.   Safe Harbor Boys Home featured in People Magazine & on national media seeks ministry minded, mission-focused "called to serve" couples with varied skills and talents to  "parent", correct, guide, teach and direct our residents. Live on site couples provide direct care for a small group of adolescent boys (12-15 maximum), age 14 to 17, to foster their character, spiritual & emotional growth, along with vocational skill sets. Program provides live in quarters aboard one of our program vessels (power or sailboat) or you may bring your own live-aboard vessel. 

Couples who have practical life experience, boating, sailing &/or small space living experience is preferred.  Other vocational skills that are assets include - off grid living, carpentry, mechanical, sewing, canvas work, boat repair, marina work, gardening, etc.  Must have strong relationship skills, be able to correct without 'coddling', ongoing training is provided.   Safe Harbor uses principles of Love and Logic and brain health  This is a VERY ACTIVE position with lots of time walking the property, docks, boarding boats, climbing stairs so good physical health is crucial.  See website for more information.

SCHEDULE: A great schedule  with a full week (7 days) off; NO AWAKE night shifts.   We require marriage according to Biblical standards and our Statement of Faith.  Cash portion of salary for couples start at $60,000.  Health Insurance, 403(b) retirement program, paid time off, dining on campus, access to laundry facilities, and other insurance benefits available. Prepared meals on campus provided.   We have some restrictions on pets, no cats due to allergies, not appropriate position for children.  JOIN A DYNAMIC TEAM and COMMUNITY THAT WANTS TO INVEST THEMSELVES IN THE NEXT GENERATION.