FEATURED JOB OPENING: Houseparents - Summerdale, AL

Job Summary:
As a House Parent at the Alabama Sheriffs Youth Ranches, 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 all across the state of Alabama and range from ages 6 to 18. We ensure they have a loving, Christian environment and still have the opportunity to participate in normal everyday activities such as school, church activities, sports, clubs, music, etc.

Schedule: 24 x 7 (live in position)

Responsibilities:

• Live on-site in a Ranch-style home providing direct care at-risk boys or girls ages 6 to 18
• Provide a loving, Christian living environment in a home like setting with structure and stability
• Be a role model for the boys and girls in your care
• Provide educational support as needed
• Assist with spiritual and emotional development
• Plan, execute, and teach independent living skills such as meal preparation, chores, etc.
• Understand and abide by DHR Minimum Standards
• Maintain relationships with on-site director and social worker
• Prepare written records and paperwork in a timely manner

Benefits & Perks:

• Live on-site – Food, utilities and housing included
• Benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; a 401K retirement plan; paid vacation and sick leave
• Work 12 days on and 4 days off

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Required Qualifications:

• Be at least 21 years of age or older
• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Flexibility and willingness to work a wide array of hours, which includes days, evenings, weekends and holidays