What are the responsibilities and job description for the Live-In House Parents position at Blanket Fort Hope?
Overview:
Blanket Fort Hope (BFH), a Christ-centered organization dedicated to serving child survivors of trafficking and trauma, is seeking a Christian couple to serve as full-time, live-in House Parents in our group home, which provides care for up to nine girls. This role is more than a job — it's a calling to offer stability, safety, love, and guidance as part of each child's path toward healing.
BFH provides comprehensive training and support in trauma-informed care, behavior management, spiritual mentoring, and other essential areas to fully equip you for success in this sacred work. In addition, a social worker will be present in the home full-time and youth care specialists 24/7 to assist with care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create a Safe and Supportive Home: Maintain a peaceful, loving, and trauma-informed environment where girls feel secure and valued.
- Live Out Christ’s Love: Integrate Christian faith into daily life, encouraging personal spiritual growth through prayer, Scripture, and consistent Godly modeling.
- Provide Daily Care & Structure: Oversee day-to-day routines including meals, hygiene, chores, homework, recreation, and bedtime — establishing predictability and stability.
- Support Emotional Healing: Offer compassionate, attentive presence to help girls process trauma and build resilience. Be a constant source of encouragement, grace, and strength.
- Promote Growth Through Positive Discipline: Apply Biblical principles and trauma-informed behavior strategies that teach accountability and foster internal change.
- Collaborate as a Unified Team: Work closely with clinical staff, case managers, educators, and community partners to support each resident’s individualized care plan.
- Respond to Crisis Calmly: Act swiftly and wisely during emergencies or behavioral escalations, following established protocols while prioritizing safety and dignity.
Qualifications:
- Christian Values: Must have a shared passion for serving vulnerable children is essential.
- Demographics: At least 25 years of age.
- License: Have or be able to obtain a valid Alabama Driver’s License.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social work, Counseling, Psychology, Education, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
- Experience: Strongly prefer prior experience with children or youth in residential, trauma-informed, or ministry settings.
- Relational Strengths: Excellent communication skills, empathetic listening, conflict resolution, and the ability to build trust with children and coworkers.
- Adaptability: Willing to live in a communal setting, manage dynamic schedules, and travel occasionally for training or community involvement.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person