FEATURED JOB OPENING: House Parents - Glenwood, IL

POSITION SUMMARY & OBJECTIVES:

The House Parent position is responsible for providing a safe and a home like environment within the general policies and guidelines of the Agency for the students entrusted in their care. Use of effective verbal and written communication with staff, students and families. Frequent use of computer. Maintains flexibility to adjust work schedule according to Agency needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Daily care and supervision of students entrusted in their care.
• Attend to student’s health, nutrition and rights while in their care.
• Maintain a professional and nurturing relationship with student, parents/guardians, and staff.
• Both House Parents are to be present and engaged with students at all times during Residential hours.
• Work as part of a team to ensure high standard of care.
• Participates in team meetings and uses other meetings/trainings to accomplish the objectives the agency has for students and families.
• Maintain regular communication with supervisor.
• Monitor safety, health conditions in assigned cottage.
• Maintain cottage integrity.
• Plan and implementation of recreation, social activities, and special events for students.
• Ability to work effectively with students and staff in a culturally diverse environment.
• Reinforce positive social and behavioral skills, through everyday encounters.
• Active communication with internal and external team members.
• Complete all necessary reports, forms, and documentation accurately and timely.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement in all aspects of the position.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Teach positive social behavioral and educational skills, through everyday encounters and family meetings and by setting goals and charting progress.
• Promote and maintain discipline at all times.
• Maintains flexibility to adjust work schedule according to Agency needs
• Participate in agency seminars and in-service programs as designated by administration.   
• Ensure that health and safety procedures are observed.
• Attend regular statutory training as well as role-specific training.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.