Job Description

Please Note: This position is based at our main campus in Boys Ranch, Texas , located approximately 40 miles northwest of Amarillo. Applicants from across Texas are welcome to apply, but relocation to Boys Ranch is required.

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is a nonprofit child and family service organization that provides residential family-style living in a rural setting for boys and girls in need of a safe, home-like environment. We are currently seeking House Parents to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct care services and creating a home-like environment for children in need.

The House Parent plays an instrumental role in creating a positive and nurturing environment for children who need a safe place to call home. As a House Parent you will work directly with children to provide support, guidance, and positive reinforcement. You will help children with daily tasks and activities, and you will be responsible for creating a sense of family within your home.

Responsibilities

• Live in your assigned cottage, helping to care for and provide for up to eight children.
• Teach and lead cottage rules and daily routines.
• Provide encouragement, guidance, and counseling to residents.
• Participate in educational and recreational activities with the youth.
• Ensure that all children’s physical needs (food, shelter, etc.) are met.
• Help children build self-esteem and gain skills to overcome difficult situations.
• Act as a positive role model to youth by demonstrating appropriate behaviors and attitudes towards others.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in child care or related field is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be 21 or older.
• Ability to work independently with strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Married couples must have been married for a minimum of two (2) years to be eligible.
• Couples may bring up to two (2) dependent, school-aged children to live on-site. Please note that single applicants are not permitted to bring dependent children.
• Single applicants may bring one (1) pet, while couples may bring up to two (2) pets. Breed and weight restrictions apply.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus.
• Longevity bonus available!
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, Roth) with 5% Company match!
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Cal Farley's is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please Note: This position is based at our main campus in Boys Ranch, Texas , located approximately 40 miles northwest of Amarillo. Applicants from across Texas are welcome to apply, but relocation to Boys Ranch is required.

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