Live-in Professional House Parents, Northern New Jersey

Do you love parenting and like to make a difference?  We are seeking Professional Foster Parents (FT positions/multiple locations in northern NJ) to provide in-home, therapeutic foster care for 4-6 teenagers.  Candidates need to be in a committed relationship, role models able to help vulnerable teenagers achieve their full potential, and willing to provide them a loving, stable, family home life. Several positions available for committed couples who understand the importance of family and are willing to pursue a career dedicated to helping our teenagers develop life skills for future independence and active involvement in the community.

The agency pays a salary and benefits to one stay-at-home parent, while the co-parent is not an employee of the agency and may work outside the home. You must secure your co-parent’s support when applying and both of you should be committed to creating a supportive home environment and playing an active role in the daily lives of either male or female adolescents living in one of  the agency’s single-family Professional Parent homes. Alternatively, if you have your own home and it is of sufficient size and meets licensing regulations, the agency would also like to hear from you as other options are available.  Regular weekends off and the daily support of a youth counselor are provided. This is the ideal job for empty-nesters who miss day-to-day parenting. We also welcome couples of all ages unless they have children less than 14 years of age.

Requirements: At least 21 years of age; a minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent); one-year NJ driver’s license and a good driving history; must secure own co-parent who will reside full-time in the home provided/approved by the agency and also meet driving requirements above. Experience working in teaching, coaching, working in foster care or residential programs is a plus. We provide a caring and supportive work environment; comprehensive training; career development opportunities; excellent benefits; rent-free living; paid utilities; agency car; and the reward of making a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable youth. Salary: $40,000 annualized.