MDHCA Site Manager Team - Goffs, CA

The Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association (MDHCA) is looking for a Site Manager in Goffs, California, 30 miles northwest of Needles, on historic Route 66. The 75-acre site is comprised of the 1914 Goffs’ Schoolhouse Museum, outdoor exhibits of historical artifacts, workspaces, & living quarters.  The good-natured manager will need to have schedule flexibility and demonstrated skills in plumbing, power machinery, electrical, and maintenance of fixed and mobile facilities.   Must have the necessary computer skills to document information, communicate with the Executive Director and standard internet use. This position is best filled by a person or couple in good physical condition.  

RV hook-ups and utilities are provided plus salary and two weeks paid vacation. This position does not have healthcare or a retirement plan. An application with references is required and a background check will be performed.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Caretaker(s) - Monte Vista, CO

This is a full-time position for a caretaker at a fishing club located near Monte Vista, CO.  We are a private, friendly community comprised of 30 member cabins. The primary focus of our members are short term getaways in the warmer months with most members participating in fishing, hiking, and enjoying the great outdoors. At an elevation of 9800 feet, the property consists of 320 acres and is surrounded by the Rio Grande National Forest.

It is important the caretaker possess skills typically used to maintain a ranch and off-grid home.  This person will operate and maintain a pickup truck, front end loader, hydraulic log-splitter, and other equipment. Duties include security, road maintenance, snow removal, tree and brush removal, coordination of propane service, trash removal, lake and stream inspection\maintenance, coordination of fish stocking, club equipment upkeep, water system maintenance and other duties as assigned by the Club Manager and\or Board of Directors.  Caretaker will also handle some chemicals, herbicides, and pesticides and be asked to perform basic plumbing and carpentry tasks.

The caretaker must be self-motivated, have independent reasoning and problem-solving skills and be able to work with limited daily supervision. Strong interpersonal skills are essential as frequent interaction with members, guests, and contractors occur.

As the caretaker will reside on the property year-round, the club provides a wide-ranging benefits package:  A caretaker residence, utilities, unlimited long-distance, internet service as well as a club truck are provided.  Additionally, a horse maintenance plan is included should the caretaker desire with a maximum of four horses allowed to be rotated in designated areas.  A base salary commensurate with experience from $30,000 to $40,000 a year is offered, plus a yearly discretionary bonus potential and a flexible vacation policy. 

Additionally, caretaker income can be supplemented at caretaker’s discretion by performing work during off hours at the request of members.  The caretaker will establish their own fee schedule and bill the member directly for their time and service.  Member requests must be made in advance to allow the caretaker to plan their schedule accordingly and not interfere with job and club responsibilities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Club Manager to establish work priorities and club needs
• Safeguard club property and access
• Maintain and operate skid-steer loader with interchangeable bucket and snowplow blade
• Perform road upkeep and snow removal
• Keep club water system clean and functioning year round
• Perform lake & stream inspection and maintenance
• Apply chemical treatments for lakes and streams as needed
• Clear trees and brush on property and around cabins
• Coordinate lake and pond fish stocking
• Perform routine maintenance and repair of club equipment
• Haul trash and recycling to regional landfill
• Understand and apply Club rules and bylaws
• Accommodate variable schedule during peak season

Preferred Qualifications:

• Physically fit for high altitude work - able to lift up to 80lbs and navigate steep, mountainous terrain
• Able to live remotely, off-grid, with occasional isolation while facing wide weather extremes
• Self-motivated with capacity to independently problem-solve
• Experience maintaining lakes, streams, roads, and property grounds
• Capable of operating heavy equipment such as the club truck, skid-steer, and log-splitter
• Familiarity with the application, safety, and storage of chemicals
• Basic plumbing and carpentry skills
• Solid organizational, prioritization and time management skills
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with Club Manager, Board of Directors, members, and external contractors
• General office and computer experience

Clone of FEATURED JOB OPENING: House Parents / Vocational Advisor - Columbus, MT

Special K Ranch is a non-profit Christian organization looking for an energetic, loving couple to live with and assist 4 developmentally disabled adults on a working ranch. Our homes are family orientated and our residents work in several different vocational programs right here on the ranch.  You will learn more about life through the resident’s eyes, as you come along side them to help develop life skills.

The ranch is located near Columbus, Montana on 220 acres of irrigated land directly on the Yellowstone River. Offers a living and learning experience in a rural agricultural setting for people with developmental disabilities. Sheep and cattle are raised on the ranch. The residents operate a 60,000 square foot greenhouse business where bedding plants and hydroponic tomatoes are grown for the stores and farmers market. Special K Ranch is a forever home for our residents; our vision is to nurture the human and spiritual potential of our residents.  

The ranch has a strong Christian emphasis in philosophy and practice and are looking for like-minded couples. We currently have 8 homes serving 35 adults.

Salary and Benefits provided. Experience with a group home setting is desirable.

Must pass background check and have a valid driver’s license with good driving record. Will perform general household duties, organizing recreational activities, transporting residents to and from appointments. Will operate a company vehicle. Please contact employer for a complete list of job responsibilities.

Work camping couple to assist with the up keep of 30 acre ranch and other business operations - Fredericksburg, TX

Bring your RV and enjoy a beautiful area of Texas Hill Country.   

30 Acre property requires typical activities such as tree trimming, tree clearing, firewood splitting, mowing, weed eating, weeding, landscaping and gardening.  Assistance with the care and keeping of a few animals.  Maintenance of swimming pool in the summer months.  Experience with driving tractors or other heavy equipment and equipment maintenance would be a plus.  

Other job duties might include, painting, basic repairs, equipment cleaning and maintenance, facility cleaning and maintenance. Depends on your skill set.

We also operate a global manufacturing and distribution company so there are many other talents and tasks that we have needs for. This could be a really fun adventure for a dynamic couple that wants to live in the country and be part of a company that is known around the world.   No two days are ever the same.  

Coastal Maine Bed and Breakfast Couple Wanted - Southwest Harbor, ME

The Harbour Cottage Inn in Southwest Harbor, ME is looking to hire  for the 2023 season (May to late Ocotober).  We are looking for conscientious, hardworking, team members who have a great attitude and want to create an amazing guest experience.  Located on Mt. Desert Island in Southwest Harbor, Maine, just a short ways from Acadia National Park, the Harbour Cottage Inn is a charming coastal Maine bed and breakfast.  

We are a small team that creates amazing guest experiences.  Team members will be able to work independently as well as assist wherever is needed.   We are looking for couple(s) that can fill some combination of the following positions: bartender; bar service cook, server; housekeeper.  Housing is available for our employees.  Please feel free to contact us for more details.

Live-In House Parents/Family Teachers - Erda, UT

Do you want to help improve the lives of youth as you work alongside your spouse AND have living expenses paid including your housing, food, family activities, utilities, AND make $40,000 per person?  

BONUS: The opportunity to earn a "Good Tenant & Longevity Bonus" will be offered in the amount of $2500 the first year, $5000 the 2nd year, and $7500 the third year (for a total of $15,000) for those employees who keep their contract and stay for those time periods. Consider this a thank-you for doing an incredible job and an opportunity to start your next adventure! 

Use an evidence-based model called the Teaching Family Model to provide treatment to youth who are away from their homes and families for various reasons.  No longer rely on your gut or your own intuition to know how to help, and no longer just babysit youth to make sure they eat, stay put, and don’t hurt themselves in a residential treatment setting; instead, teach youth the skills they need to change their lives and thrive in their natural homes, families, and communities and do so in a family-style home. Research reports the best place for children and youth to learn is in the home environment in a family setting with adults they trust. If you want to be part of a child’s life who currently can’t be with their own family and want to be one of those trusted adults, come heal and elevate lives through proven family solutions at Utah Youth Village/Alpine Academy. Be the embodiment of the saying from our founder, Lila Bjorklund, “Help one child, help generations to come.” 

The core job duties: 

As a Family Teacher, you will… 

Work with your spouse, partner or friend to run a home as the full time, live-in “parents” to 6-11 youth living in a residential treatment center (including, but not limited to: developing relationships of trust, facilitating family activities, grocery shopping, and getting youth to school, therapy, and other their appointments) 

Participate in behavior modification by proactively teaching youth as part of their treatment including social skills, academic skills, coping skills and independent living skills 

Work with a team of behavioral specialists and therapist to provide individual treatment to youth based on their personal and treatment goals   

Supervise 3-4 Family Teacher Associates who are there to help you run the home and often assistance with youth

Complete paperwork and ensure accurate documentation including budgets, incident reports, scheduling, allowances, etc.  
 

Who are the Youth? 

The youth we serve are ages 12-18 who have generally been referred by their parents. They experience a range of behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges from eating disorders to Oppositional Defiance Disorder. In general, youth have experienced multiple types of treatment or help in the past, but have been referred to Alpine Academy due to a need for increased level of care. Youth range in their motivation level, but in general, thrive and allow their individual personalities and talents to show as they are given opportunities to develop self-worth, relationships with positive adults, leadership development, self-determination, and to explore their identity and interests in a safe, fun, and supportive setting.

Location: 

Our two beautiful rural campuses sit at the base of the mountain in the Tooele Valley. It is a 40 minute drive west of Salt Lake City along the gorgeous scenic route of I-80 along the shore of the Great Salt Lake. Alpine Academy includes two campuses including the Mountain View Campus and Lake View Campus which are located approximately 3 miles from one another along the same road. Among other amenities, each campus is home to several homes in which the youth reside with their Family Teachers, a school, therapeutic center, and recreation center. 

For Your Information: 

Paid Training is provided and employees have an opportunity to become a certified practicioner in the Teaching Family Model, a globally accredited model for behavioral treatment

Living Expenses paid for by Utah Youth Village, including housing, transportation, food for the whole family, entertainment, etc.     

Full time live-in position with two 24-hour periods off per week 

1 pet allowed 

Biological children allowed to reside with you 

Visitors allowed and encouraged!