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, committed, and enhance our positive, connected work culture! 

  

We provide you:  

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 or 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 five 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 Teaching Parent.

 

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States to be considered.