House Parents (Couples) - Thornwell

Do you feel called to make a difference in the lives of children from hard places?Thornwell is seeking fun, dedicated house parents to provide nurturing, family-style care in our Residential program. Ideal candidates are collaborative, well-committed, and connected to our work culture!We provide you:

• Relocation assistance
• $2,000 signing bonus per individual ($4,000 per couple)
• FREE Community-based off-duty residence for couples.
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
• 403B Retirement - 4% base contribution and 3% match.
• Average 13 days off per month
• 12 passenger van
• Food, restaurant, gas, activities, and supplies when on duty
• On-site Thornwell Child Development Center and Charter School serving both campus and community. Open to staff children (dependent on grade/class availability).
• Training and skill development with opportunities for advancement
• A close-knit, supportive team

Our GORGEOUS Residential Campus, located in the Historic District of Clinton, SC, is close to both the beach and mountains, just a short drive to Greenville, Columbia, Charlotte, and Atlanta! Our historic buildings, agritourism farm with annual festivals, full recreational facilities (plus local YMCA membership), on-site Charter School, tutoring services, and spiritual development activities make Thornwell the perfect place to call home!We have nine cottages (serving 6-8 placed children of the same gender and age range) with four staff members/two couples per cottage working 8 days-on/6 days-off to allow consistency for children, and adequate work-life balance for staff. All cottages have private staff quarters, and there is 24/7 support, so you are never on your own!Our house parents, caring for DSS and privately placed youth, are a key component of Thornwell’s Milieu Therapy approach to care. The emphasis of our program is on Adoption and Relative Caregiver Stabilization and Preservation, utilizing trauma-informed, attachment-focused models of care. This position requires compassion and understanding for youth, and the ability to balance nurture and structure in daily work.If you are ready to serve God by serving children and families, visit our website today to learn more about becoming a Thornwell Family Teacher.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States to be considered..Job Type: Full-time