Job Description

Description Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to be a part of a continuously growing community-based organization? Would you like to work for one of the 2021-2024 AJC Top Workplaces? If you answered yes, and want a rewarding career, then Goshen Valley Foundation is for you! Goshen New Beginnings , our independent living program for eighteen to twenty-one-year-old young adults, is looking for a/an Houseparent(s). This could be a working, married couple, or single houseparent for this particular role. As the Houseparent(s) you could be filling in as Respite or Primary Houseparent(s) as needed. As a Houseparent you will be responsible for providing oversight of the home and the residents, managing the home, carrying out the structure in the home, cooking, cleaning, administering medication, transporting, supervising, and addressing behavioral issues as they arise. When not needed in this capacity, you will provide program support as needed. Houseparent role responsibility summary:

• Move into the home and provide oversight of the home and the residents as needed. This includes managing the home, carrying out the structure in the home, cooking, cleaning, administering medication, transporting, supervising and addressing behavioral issues as they arise.
• Assisting with tasks in the home in the evening when the homes are busiest.
• Teaching life skills curriculum in the homes for males 17.5-21 years old.
• When not working in the home, On-call emergency assistance or filling in, including overnight supervision and date nights for houseparents, as needed, and/or supporting Life Coach team as needed.
• Medication Administration
• Transporting youth to appointments, work and school.
• Recreational activities as needed.

Additionally, we are looking for someone who shows:

• Youth Focused
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Decision Making

Goshen offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees including: Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) 401K Retirement (with annual employer match) Paid Time off Life Insurance benefit Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability/Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness

HSA/FSA

Cell phone stipend CALM app subscription Employee Assistance Program A typical schedule is 3-weeks on and 1-week off. With an additional week once annually to allow for a 2-week break annually. We are an equal opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for client services, we encourage you to submit your application for consideration. Requirements The right Houseparent candidate(s) will need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or a High School Diploma and a minimum of three years’ experience working with youth required.
• Must have a demonstrated understanding and ability to work with youth from hard places. Including youth on AWO/MWO level.
• Current or previous experience with TCI, CPI or Safety Care certification preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide moral, ethical, and spiritual leadership that coincides with the program and policies of GVF.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be of good character and supportive of the programs, policies, and ideals of GVF.
• Must be able to pass a drug and background check(s), possess a valid driver’s license, and be insurable by GVF insurance carrier.

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Temporary work, Work at office, Work from home, Afternoon shift,

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