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Teen & Adolescent Residential Caretaker - House Parent Responsibilities


Company : MSCCN


Location : Philadelphia, PA


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

As a House Parent, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the program, from daily routines to medical and emotional support.Child & Teen Care:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0Provide meals, oversee daily chores, and maintain a safe and clean living space.- Provide a safe and supportive family environment for up to 6 children and teens.Health & Wellness:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0Oversee medical care for children in the home, including the daily administration of prescribed medications and asthma inhalers.- Oversee psychotherapy care for children in the home, including evening and weekend appointments.- Monitor children's daily attendance at school, appointments, and job placements.Administrative & Communication:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0Maintain accurate records of children's activities in a confidential file in the home.- Engage with other staff members, including house parents, administrative staff, and outside partners.- Communicate effectively with staff members and parents.Teen & Adolescent Residential Caretaker - House Parent Qualifications:Required:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0Experience working with children and teens.- A self-motivated, responsible, and caring professional.- Strong communication and organizational skills.- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with a team.License and Certification:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0Valid Pennsylvania State IDu00a0- Mandated Reporter- CPR/First Aid/ AED- Fire Safety- Clearance (Criminal History, Childu00a0Abuse, and FBI clearance- Health Assessmentu00a0Attributes:- A genuine passion for caring for children and teens.- A commitment to providing a supportive and nurturing environment.What We Offer:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0A rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and teens.- A supportive and collaborative work environment.- u00a0Ready to join our team and make a positive impact? Apply todayu00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0Lighthouse Family Youth Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Job Type: Full-timeEducation:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0Childcare: 1 year (Required)License/Certification:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 u00a0Driver's License (Required)u00a0Shift availability: (Flexibility for all shifts)u00b7u00a0 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0 u00a0Overnight Shift (Required)Night Shift (Required)Weekend shift (Required)