Houseparents

Do you have a desire to work with children and families in a Christian community? Becoming a Houseparent at Eagle Ranch is a unique opportunity for married couples seeking meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of children and families.

OUR IDEAL HOUSEPARENTS HAVE:

• A passion to work with children and their families.
• A calling to work in ministry with their spouse (must be married for at least three years and have no more than two of their own children living at home).
• A heart for God, a willingness to be open and honest in relationships, and a desire to grow and be challenged.

AM I QUALIFIED TO BECOME A HOUSEPARENT?

Eagle Ranch offers comprehensive training and support to become a Houseparent, so having prior experience is unnecessary. Historically, we have had Houseparents with a wide variety of backgrounds: teachers, youth pastors, nurses, couples who considered fostering or adoption, and even former business executives who wanted their next chapter in life to have a profound Kingdom impact.

WHAT IS HOUSEPARENTING?

Check out this video for a brief intro about the position.

HOUSEPARENT JOB DESCRIPTION

Eagle Ranch Houseparents help children develop emotional skills by creating a structure-nurture balance that is reinforced through daily life examples. It is an opportunity to partner with families and give practical guidance on how to have a healthier family life. As a houseparent, you will assist in providing care for children in the Eagle Ranch Residential Program as part of a team. Working alongside a program assistant and under the guidance of a licensed counselor, you will help create a safe, stable environment where children can work on their issues and practice new behaviors.

HOUSEPARENTING PERKS:

• Meaningful work in a supportive, Christ-centered community of like-minded individuals.
• Live on a beautiful wooded 500-acre campus with an on-campus gym and fitness center, pool, tennis and pickleball courts, equine center, walking trails, and other recreational activities.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Ongoing training, professional support, and personal development opportunities.

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT HOUSEPARENTING?

• Houseparent Video
• Eagle Ranch Services Video‍
• Our Approach

QUESTIONS?

Please email us at info@eagleranch.org. We are happy to answer any questions and help you become a Houseparent at Eagle Ranch.

READY TO APPLY?

Couples should email their professional resumes with a cover letter (please include age and gender of any dependent children) to John Cunnings, Boys' Program Director, at johncunnings@eagleranch.org, and we will contact you soon. In your cover letter, please list where you heard about the Houseparent position.