Cottage Parents

3 weeks ago

Oak Park, Illinois, United States Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking married couples to live and work with youth in one of our family-style residential homes. As a Cottage Parent, you will provide a strong parental role model and implement a professional family-style program that emphasizes skill acquisition and personal development in a safe and secure environment.

Responsibilities
  • Teach and develop social skills, self-help skills, academic skills, and independent living skills
  • Foster moral and spiritual development through various activities
  • Administer day-to-day operations of a large family residence, including paperwork and domestic responsibilities
  • Work closely with other child care professionals as a team
Requirements
  • High school graduate or equivalent (some college credits preferred)
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Married couple
  • Valid Florida driver's license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
  • Good driving record
  • Concern for youth
  • Ability and desire to work and live with youth
  • Strong desire to work in the human services field
Benefits
  • Housing, utilities, meals, and agency vehicle included while on duty
  • Annual leave and sick leave
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 401(k) with up to 4% company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid long-term disability and life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Eligible for public service student loan forgiveness program
  • Health savings account, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, and Aflac products available
Working Conditions

While on duty, the nature of this position requires that employees be available 24 hours a day. The work schedule is generally 14 days on, then 7 days off. Occasionally, may be required to work in outdoor weather conditions.

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