Primary Parent

The Primary Parent is responsible twenty-four hours a day, 365 days per year, to provide for the safety and welfare of the children assigned to their home. The Primary Parent provides oversight to the assigned home and all of its functioning. The Primary Parent assists the Program Coordinator with the supervision of the Relief Parents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):

The Primary Parent provides a family style environment for the children. The Primary Parent plans meals and purchases and prepares food suitable to the dietary needs of the children in their care. The Primary Parent ensures that each child is equipped with adequate seasonal clothing and ensures that the clothing and bedding is kept clean and in good repair. The Primary Parent establishes a daily schedule for the child which ensures that the child's needs for adequate rest, physical activity and social interaction is met.

Positions available: Full-time (Paradise, Lancaster campus)

Required Attributes: Must be at least 21 years of age and have a High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and two years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A Bachelor's Degree preferred. Ability to perform Language, Reasoning and Mathematic skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have a current PA driver's license. Individual must be insurable by Christ's Home insurance carrier. Ability to maintain and apply required annual certification. Primary Parents must have proper clearances (FBI, State and Child Abuse clearances) as required by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for employment with children. Primary Parents must be able to pass their bi-annual health certification and maintain approved clearances. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.