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Job Title: Flex Houseparent (Couple)
Location: On-campus student residences
Employment Type: Full-time, live-in
Job Overview
Join a distinguished private educational community dedicated to empowering students from underserved backgrounds. We are seeking married couples to serve as Flex Houseparents, providing a warm, supportive, and stable home environment for groups of 8-12 students living on campus. This unique opportunity involves guiding and nurturing students through daily routines, ensuring their well-being, and fostering a family-like atmosphere. Initially, Flex Houseparents will rotate through various student homes before being assigned to a permanent residence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consistent care and supervision for a group of students within an on-campus home.
- Create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that supports students’ personal growth and development.
- Handle daily tasks such as transportation, medication administration, household budgeting, and incident reporting.
- Lead and encourage students in daily devotionals and accompany them to weekly chapel services, respecting the school’s faith-based traditions.
- Collaborate closely with school staff and support services to ensure the best outcomes for students.
- Maintain compliance with campus policies, including safety and wellness standards.
Requirements
- Married couples with a legal marriage of at least two years.
- Both individuals aged 27 or older.
- Experience working with or volunteering for youth, preferably from under-resourced communities.
- Willingness and ability to reside on campus and commit to the live-in role.
- Ability to manage no more than three dependent children in the home alongside students.
- Valid U.S. driver’s licenses and readiness to become certified to drive campus vehicles.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Commitment to maintaining a smoke-free, weapon-free, and alcohol-free environment while on duty.
- Compliance with pet restrictions: only fish and one approved dog breed allowed.
- Strong integrity and a dedication to serving as positive role models for youth.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in residential youth care or similar roles.
- Comfort leading students in Judeo-Christian devotionals without proselytizing.
- Skills in household management and budgeting.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package totaling approximately $165,000 per couple, including salary, free on-campus housing, meals while on duty, and utilities.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life and disability insurance; and retirement plans.
- Relocation assistance and paid training to support your transition.
- A unique schedule of nine days on duty followed by three days off, with personal time during school hours.
- Three weeks of paid summer vacation to enjoy rest and renewal.
- The rewarding experience of making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people within a well-resourced, mission-driven community.
This is a wonderful opportunity for committed couples passionate about youth development and fostering a positive, family-like atmosphere in a supportive educational setting. If you are ready to make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.
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Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $165,000
