HOUSE PARENT CONTRACT FOR LONG RANCH FOR BOYS

MISSION:

The Long Ranch for Boys is a nonprofit 501C3 organization, dedicated to the mission of providing a safe Christian home for children needing a safe place to live. Long Ranch provides house parents to live in the home to Nature them and provide structure, love and direction.

VISION:

The vision at Long Ranch is to provide homes for children who desperately need love and structure. We desire to change our culture by changing our kids. Teaching them and training them in biblical principles and providing Godly examples through house parents.

HOUSE PARENTS JOB DESCRIPTION:

THE HOUSE PARENTS WILL BE A CONTRACTED EMPLOYEE OF LONG RANCH. THE CONTACT OF THE HOUSE PARENTS WILL BE FOR 2 YEARS. IF THEY HAVE MEET THE VISION AND MISSION OF LONG RANCH THEY WILL HAVE PRIORITY IN THE HIRING PROCESS FOR THE NEXT CONTRACT. The general scope of responsibilities while employed as a houseparent at the Long Ranch are all the tasks relating to personal care, housing, meals, study and recreational activities.

  • House parents must be in good physical and mental shape.
  • House parents will undergo a criminal background check.
  • House parents will undergo drug screening before hire and be subject to unannounced drug screening while at the ranch.
  • House parents will be under a 90 day probation period. Done by Director.
  • House parents will receive a yearly evaluation.Done by Director.
  • House parents process of disciplinary actions are. 1. Verbal warning, 2. Written up, 3. Termination of the contract. Done by Director.
  • If termination does happen the house parents will have 72 hours to request a hearing before the board of directors to explain and request they not be terminated. The Board will make the final decision, measured with grace, mercy and Biblical reasons of why or why not they will be allowed to remain in contract.
  • House parents must give 30 day notice of termination date.
  • House parents are required to have a date night one night a month from 6pm-10pm.
  • Long Ranch will provide a vehicle for the ranch.
  • Long Ranch will provide all materials and utilities to maintain the Ranch.
  • The Long Ranch houseparent salary will be set by the board of directors. Raised will be evaluated yearly.
  • House parents must be the example. They must lead and love by example.
  • Meet weekly with Long Ranch Director for encouragement and direction.
  • Meet monthly for training.
  • Elicit good behavior of the children in all situations.
  • Ensure hygiene standards are maintained
  • Ensure that the students attend school regularly on time and maintain good grades.
  • Be a sounding board to children when problems arise.
  • Manage the household. This includes inside and outside of home upkeep of the grounds of the Long Ranch. Mowing, general maintenance on equipment and vehicles if needed.
  • Take children on outings. Be willing to take children to extracurricular activities, Dr. Appointments, ball practice, plays ect.
  • House parents will use positive reinforcement and rewards for good behavior.
  • House parents will use restriction of privileges, extra chores or exercises for bad behavior.
  • Have daily devotion with children.
  • Have meals and snacks available for the children when necessary.
  • Have the house neat and clean at all times.
  • Have the yard neat and clean at all times.
  • Provide chart of chores for each child.
  • Provide a system of punishment for children.
  • Provide a chart for each child with that includes their medical records, disciplinary actions and important documents.
  • Supervise age appropriate children around farm equipment.
  • Take children to church Sunday morning, Sunday Night, and Wednesday night. Unless special situation arises.

I understand all that is expected of me as house parent of Long Ranch 4 boys. I also understand that I must be flexible and willing to work with the long ranch director and board member to carry out the mission and vison of Long Ranch. I am signing on for 2 years and will be considered the following 2 years if I meet the requirements.

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