FEATURED JOB OPENING: Houseparent Couple - Seneca, SC

Collins Home is seeking a dedicated houseparent couple to provide nurturing, family style care for our residents. As a Houseparent Couple at Collins Home, you have the unique opportunity to help children from many different backgrounds find a place that they can truly call home.

We have two cottages (serving 6-8 children of the same gender and age range), with a houseparent couple and relief-parent working in each cottage; 10 days-on/4 days-off to allow consistency for children, and adequate work-life balance for staff. All cottages have private staff quarters.

We provide you:
• $4,000 signing bonus per couple (half paid at 6-months and half paid at 1-year)
• Comprehensive Benefits (employer paid insurance: dental, short-term/long-term disability and life. Employer paid medical reimbursement $200/month per employee)
• SIMPLE-IRA; matching contribution equal to your contribution up to 2% of your compensation for the year
• Paid Vacation Days
• Two 8-passenger mini vans per cottage
• Food, restaurant, gas, activities and supplies when on-duty
• Local YMCA membership
• Training and skill development

Responsibilities:
• Live on-site in a ranch-style home providing direct parental care for up to 8 children
• Provide a loving, Christian living environment in a home-like setting with structure and stability
• Be a role model for children & youth in your care
• Provide educational support as needed (note: also have the support of tutors)
• Assist with spiritual and emotional development
• Plan, execute and teach independent living skills such as meal preparation, chores, etc.
• Prepare written records and paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain house budget

Must be:
• 21 years of age
• Have a minimum of a high school diploma
• A valid driver’s license
• Be able to pass extensive background checks
• Successfully complete training

Give us a call at 864-882-0893 to schedule a preliminary phone interview. Website: www.collinschildrenshome.org