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House Parent

A Kid's Place of Tampa Bay, Inc.

Location: Brandon, Florida
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: April 8, 2021
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Position Title: House Parent
Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off
Department: Direct Care
Supervisor: Program Director/Residential Supervisor(s)
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Job Summary: The House Parent will live in the residence with the children and will provide youth with a strong parental role model while implementing a professional family-style program that emphasizes skill acquisition and personal development and a safe and secure environment in which to grow and learn.  The House Parent will be involved in teaching social skills, self-help skills, academic skills, and independent living skills.  The House Parent administers the day-to-day operations of a family residence including documentation, domestic responsibilities, transportation and other assigned duties. House Parents will be considered the primary caregivers for all children in the house.
Job Responsibilities:
The following duties and responsibilities are given as examples of the various types of work performed in this position.
• Provide oversight for all childcare responsibilities in the house to
ensure a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for all children.
• Supervises, trains, and is a role model for youth in areas of personal hygiene,
medical and dental care, and in utilizing general safety precautions.
• Abides by agency policies in discipline, family and youth rights, child
abuse and maintaining confidentiality youth and other program information.
• Encourages youth to explore vocational interests and career
opportunities and to develop expressed areas of interest.
• Sets an example, teaching and evaluating proper work habits through on
and/or off campus work experience and money management skills.
• Participates and provides input as a team member in developing and
carrying out the child’s plan of service.
• Encourages, participates in, and organizes physical activities as an
alternative to passive entertainment.
• Maintains the assigned house, equipment, and its grounds, in an
attractive and functional manner.
• Manages the fiscal accountability of the house, by planning ahead and
purchasing routine supplies as needed; assures the smooth functioning of the
house by following the stated policies and procedures of A Kid’s Place.
• Keep and maintain accurate records of expenditures and children’s
personal monthly allowances.
• Completes weekly meal menus in accordance with Health Department
nutritional standards and participates in the preparation of meals.
• Accurately completes all necessary paperwork and submits it on time.
• Transport children to and from school, doctor appointments, and other functions as needed for the program.
• Assistance in transportation may be provided; it will be the House Parents responsibility for their designated house.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 18 years of age.
• Good driving record.
• One to three years’ experience within social services or child welfare; previous House Parent experience preferred.
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills and the ability to plan and coordinate activities and transportation requests.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills; must be culturally sensitive and able to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of personnel.
• A concern for children and the ability and desire to work and live with children.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs to include Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must have the ability and willingness to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Appropriate communication and interpersonal skills.  Must be able to communicate effectively with staff and children.
• Must be able to establish and maintain warm, consistent relationships with youth, guardians and other individuals working with A Kid’s Place team.
• Must be skilled at maintaining acceptable tolerance levels for youth behaviors. Must have the ability to model and teach appropriate social skills, dress codes, language, and public behaviors.
• Must have a high degree of endurance and have the ability to work under pressure and in crisis situations.  Ability to exhibit emotional control, patience and persistence in extremely stressful situations.
• Must have good organizational skills and time management abilities.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background screening.
• The ability to work and comply with all EEOC rules collaboratively, respectfully and to accepting constructive criticism from management with dignity and respect.
Position Title: House Parent
Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off
Department: Direct Care
Supervisor: Program Director/Residential Supervisor(s)
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Job Summary: The House Parent will live in the residence with the…
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Details at a Glance • Time Commitment Full Time Schedule
• Start Date May 3, 2021
• Education High School Diploma Required
• Professional Level Entry level
Salary At least $27,000
Benefits Additional $2,400 per year for Housing Allowance
Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Voluntary)
Paid Time Off
401K
Additional $2,400 per year for Housing Allowance
Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Voluntary)
Paid Time Off
401K
Level of Language Proficiency English
English
Location
On-site
1715 Lithia Pinecrest Road, Brandon, FL 33511
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