The Residential Houseparents supports the Mission and Values of Boys Hope Girls Hope. The Residential Houseparents are responsible for directing the operations of the home to create a family atmosphere that supports the development of the full child.  The Residential HouseParents are part of a team of professionals and volunteers.  They perform their duties relatively free from direct supervision, acting at all times in a professional manner.

House Parents will need to be able to employ wisdom and discernment in mentoring and guiding the scholars at Boys Hope Girls Hope. The following are character traits that will be needed at one time or another: wisdom, compassion, courage, joy, patience, consistency.

Primary Responsibilities While much of the job involves being there for the residents as much as carrying out certain responsibilities, the following is a list of tasks that need to be accomplished daily and throughout the week

Specific Duties
I.     Program Home Operations

• Establish, maintain and coordinate the residence routine and schedules to provide high expectations, structure, stability, and guidance for the benefit of the scholars.

• Ensure that the program facilities and vehicles are well-maintained in function and appearance and that appropriate maintenance records are kept.

• Oversee expenditures and help manage the residence food budget

• Oversee the regular conducting and documentation of disaster preparedness drills.

• Make sure that the scholars receive regular and nutritious meals and snacks. 

• Ensure that regular and effective residential meetings and evening meditations are conducted. 

• In collaboration with the Program Director ensure that the home operates according to all BHGH National Standards and State of Missouri Residential Licensing Standards.

• Child Development and Health

1. Know and follow Boys Hope Girls Hope program policies and procedures regarding the care and development of scholars

2. Assume responsibility for scholars in residence, including daily decisions regarding health, safety, and discipline

3. Responsible for physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and academic development of scholars living in home in accordance with individual scholar service plans and Boys Hope Girls Hope program policies

4. Develop and maintain parent and/or guardian relationships and involvement in their child’s life and the program.

5. Implement program to teach transitional living skills

1. Household Management

1. Assure that home functions in accordance with Boys Hope Girls Hope program and local licensing standards

2. Maintain the home in a clean and safe condition, providing for nutritional and physical needs of scholars

3. Ensure that scheduled and necessary maintenance occurs on all program property and vehicles.

1. Administrative and Record Keeping

1. Manage house budget, including tracking and documenting all expenses

2. Schedule, facilitate, prepare and update scholar quarterly service plans for approval by Program Director

1. Community Relations

1. Maintain, and role model for scholars, positive relations with neighbors, community groups, schools and authorities.

2. At the request of the Program Director, conduct out-reach activities to assist in securing resources for the program

 Residential Staff and Community Volunteer Supervision

• Mentor the other residential staff members and provide input to the Program Director regarding the annual evaluation process for each of them.

• Facilitate regular staff meetings, foster effective staff communication and coordination, and ensure that each member of the team has the information they need to effectively fulfill his or her responsibilities.

• Delegate staff duties for the benefit of the residence and the program.

• Supervise volunteers as they carry out service with the scholars and provide regular feedback to the Program Director.

III.Residential Services Delivery

• Lead the Residential Staff in ensuring that each scholar receives comprehensive and effective interventions for developmentally appropriate growth in all aspects of physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual dimensions in accordance with the BHGH Program Model.

• In every aspect of scholar and residential home life, to engage each scholar in their own holistic development so that they become increasingly responsible, self-sufficient, and skilled as they prepare for college life and independent living. 

• Oversee quarterly service planning, monthly progress meetings, and all aspects of behavioral and crisis intervention and ensure that thorough and prompt documentations are maintained

Terms of Employment: House Parents will be on active duty Sunday evening through Friday afternoon. Friday and Saturday evenings will be without responsibility for the house parents.

Compensation/Benefits: House Parents will live free of rent, utilities, internet and cable and will also be included in the house meal plan. In addition, house parents will each receive a montly stipend