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Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is dedicated to fostering a safe environment for children, strengthening families, and enriching communities.

We are seeking a committed House Parent who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young individuals.

This role requires on-site presence in Belleview, FL, with responsibilities extending to overnight and weekend shifts.

Overnight shift hours: 4 pm - 9 am

Compensation is set at $16 per hour, non-negotiable.

Role Purpose and Impact:

This position involves direct service delivery, focusing on the supervision of teenage females who are pregnant, parenting, or at risk of exploitation. The House Parent is responsible for ensuring a nurturing and secure environment through constructive interactions and guidance for the youth involved in the program. This full-time role necessitates overnight availability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a supportive atmosphere for youth.
• Maintain daily security and upkeep of the facility.
• Assist and guide teens and their children with essential life skills such as personal hygiene, household chores, and interpersonal relationships.
• Observe and engage with mothers and children during play and activities.
• Complete shift reports and manage administrative tasks, including attendance tracking and internal documentation.
• Handle household duties such as medication administration, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and cleaning.
• Organize and take part in recreational activities and outings.
• Support children with academic tasks when tutors are unavailable.
• Engage in various training sessions for professional development.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Assign and oversee household chores.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a willingness to work closely with teenage mothers and young children, as well as female residents in foster care.
• Exhibit a commitment to working with at-risk female teens.
• Be prepared to work overnight, during holidays, and on weekends to ensure adequate supervision and staffing ratios.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work extended hours with flexible scheduling.
• Possession of a valid state driver's license and proof of auto insurance.

Educational Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Experience Requirements:

A minimum of one year of experience working with youth in structured environments is preferred. Training in trauma-informed care, de-escalation techniques, and child welfare programs is advantageous.

Essential Skills:

• Dependability, discretion, and sound judgment are crucial.
• Compassionate and strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience in crisis intervention with youth.
• Ability to build effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and the community.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds of the service population.
• Collaborative team player.

Why Choose LSF?

LSF operates 60 programs throughout Florida, addressing diverse community needs. Mission-driven staff members contribute to the LSF community while transforming lives. Our employees also find opportunities for growth within the organization.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 24/7 access to medical professionals through Teladoc.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid life insurance (1X salary) and AD&D.
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% discretionary employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Lutheran Services Florida is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our operations. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.