Cottage Parents - Bradenton, FL

The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches is seeking married couples to live on campus while on duty to 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 Cottage Parent teaches and develops social skills, academic skills and independent living skills. Also fosters moral and spiritual development through a broad array of activities to youth in residence. The Cottage Parent administers the day-to-day operations of a large family residence including various paperwork, domestic responsibilities and other assigned duties. Works closely with child care professionals as a team in carrying out responsibilities in the work place. High School Diploma or GED required/ BA preferred 3-4 years experience working with troubled and disadvantaged youth. DFWP/EOE