House Parent

House ParentWe are currently looking for a Full Time House Parent to join our Childrens Village Residential team located at the Chickasaw Children's Village.Summary:Works in conjunction with other house parents to provide a structured and caring environment for student's grades 1-12, with emphasis on Academic, Social, Cultural, Spiritual, and Physical well being. Provides live-in/on-site 24-hour presence/supervision to student cottages.Responsibilities:Reports any unusual behavior, conflicts, or physical and mental health concerns to line of supportSeeks support from leadership when experiencing personal challenges impacting work performanceProvides orientation for new students and ensure all paperwork is completeMaintains preparedness and cleanliness of the cottage and living areasMaintains daily tasks and chore list for students and ensure completionKeeps cottage stocked with necessary food and non-food itemsAssists students with school and homework needsEnforces structure of student schedules in regard to sleep habits, school and activitiesProvides a structured and disciplined environment devoid of negative intervention methodsAssists students in learning and developing through daily living skills trainingEnsures all student health and hygiene needs are met and attended toProvides stable and caring guidance to meet the individual needs of student's emotional and social developmentPrepares reports as needed or requestedProvides first class customer service - courteous and helpful to all internal and external customer types - Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner - Greets and engages with a smile - Determines needs, seeks positive experience and outcomesCompletes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunitiesWorks in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types - Maintains general upkeep of work area and maintains a safe environment - Maintains and promotes professionalism - Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics - Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standardsMaintains knowledge of and follows all laws, rules, regulations, policies and SOPs for assigned area, e.g. MICS, TICS, hospital standards, health codes, food sanitation, accounting principles, etc.Performs all other duties as assignedCompetencies:Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment or situationAbility to recognize, interpret, and regulate your own emotions, and understand those of other peopleAbility to use a trauma-informed approach with individuals, which promotes environments of healing and recoveryDemonstrates and prioritizes personal well-being and utilize available resources as needed to support others effectivelyAble to follow instructions, both written and oralAble to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirementsMaintains strict confidentiality in all mattersGood driving record and be insurable by the Chickasaw NationOperate standard and automatic vehiclesMust be self-motivatedHonesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountabilityAble to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelinesAbility to relate with youth, parents and training partnersMust have empathetic understanding of common social problems (i.e., addictions, mental health problems, domestic violence, sexual assault, etc.)Organizes work and assigned area logically and orderlyMust be friendly with an outgoing personalityAbility to remain calm under stressEstablishes professional working relationships as appropriateWorks well within a teamOrganizational and time-managementAbility to plan, organize and follow through on assignmentsAble to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and managementTeach children various skills and knowledgeSkills:Must be familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite of productsDemonstrates strong self-management skills, including maintaining a healthy work life balance to ensure quality customer serviceExperience:2 years directly related experienceEducation:High School, GED or EquivalentCredentials:Must be 21 years of age or olderPass general background checkCardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)Standard Driver's LicenseNonessential: Class A Commercial Driver's LicenseWorking Conditions:Residential settingPotential exposure to cleaning fluids and solventsPotential exposure to contagious diseasesCommunication with groupsEffective work relationships inside and outside organizationInteracts with clinical, support, technical, professional or management staff in a variety of settings and situationsInteracts with young childrenPass pre-employment drug testMust be legally married and able to provide documentationSometimes bend, kneel, stoop, push, reachAble to drive assigned vehicle typesSometimes lift and or carry up to 25 lbsLight to non-strenuous work24/7 basis to include days, nights, weekends and holidaysTravel is primarily within Chickasaw Nation boundariesRequires drivingTransport childrenMust present proof of COVID-19 vaccinationMust not have charges or arrests for substance abuse related offenses within the past two yearsIf applicable, must have at least one year of sobrietyMay be required to assist individuals who are under the influenceMay be required to assist individuals with unmanaged emotions