Our House Parent job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the House Parent role
A House Parent is a role responsible for providing guidance, supervision, and support to children in a residential setting such as a boarding school or foster home. House Parents typically create a safe, nurturing environment for children and promote their emotional, physical, and educational wellbeing. They may also provide mentorship, guidance, and advice to the children in their care.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a House Parent job role is to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for children in a residential setting. House Parents are responsible for the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the children in their care. This includes providing meals, helping with homework, providing guidance and discipline, organizing recreational activities, and promoting a safe and healthy home environment. House Parents are also responsible for the general upkeep of the residence and ensuring that the home is in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
House Parent Summary
House Parent
Job Summary:
The House Parent is responsible for providing a safe and supportive living environment for children in a residential setting. The House Parent supervises the day-to-day activities of the children, providing guidance and support while also maintaining order. They are responsible for supervising children’s behavior, enforcing rules and regulations, and monitoring the children’s safety and well-being. House Parents must also ensure a healthy and clean living environment, plan educational and recreational activities and ensure that the children are on time for school and appointments. The House Parent must be able to work long hours and handle stressful situations.
House Parent Duties
- Provide guidance and support to children in a residential living environment
- Monitor the safety and well-being of the children in a residential setting
- Create a nurturing and positive home environment
- Enforce rules and regulations of the residential setting
- Plan and organize recreational activities for the children
- Provide supervision and guidance for children's growth and development
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians
- Provide educational and social support to the children
House Parent Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Childcare Knowledge
- Leadership Ability
House Parent Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Have a valid driver's license
- Possess a genuine desire to help children
- Be able to pass a background check
Personal Traits
- Patience
- Compassion
- Flexibility
- Organization
- Communication skills