Description
Helping children. Providing homes. Supporting families.Bringing Hope.
Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children (OBHC) is a not-for-profit Christian children's home serving over 200 at-risk youth and families at our four campus locations. Additionally, eight Hope Pregnancy Centers (HPC) offer caring, non-judgmental support to those who find themselves in an unplanned pregnancy.
Mission Statement
OBHC exists to show and share the love of Christ to children and their families.
Statement of Faith
Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children declares the Bible as the foundation for its faith and practice, and affirms as its confession of faith, the Baptist Faith and Message, as revised and adopted in 2000 by the Southern Baptist Convention.
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The Houseparent Couple plays a vital role in raising children within a residential setting. Houseparents are responsible for the day-to-day care, guidance, and development of up to eight children, ages 6-18. This role requires living on-campus in a designated home to provide consistent, Christ-centered parenting.
This position is comprehensive, involving spiritual discipleship, emotional support, educational advocacy, and household management. Success in this role is measured by the consistency, quality, and implementation of care that empowers children and their families to follow Christ.
Benefits Include
Base Salary: $30,000 per person – Annual + Cell Phone Reimbursement: $480 Annual / ($40 per month)
Retirement: 5% of Salary & Housing Meals (Retirement Match 2.5%)
Housing & Meals: $11,000
Insurance: Health insurance (100% of Employee Premiums), Life Insurance (3x Salary & Housing/Meals), Accident Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Ins. (60% of Salary & Housing/Meals)
Also provided:
- Paid Time off provided at designated times throughout the year.
- Relocation Assistance
- Paid Training
- Transportation
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Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience: Minimum of three years of childcare experience preferred.
- Marital Status: Couples must be legally married with a valid marriage license and a stable relationship.
- Licensure: Valid Oklahoma driver’s license required (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire). Must meet OBHC insurance qualifications with a clean driving record.
- Family: No more than two dependent children in residence (exceptions require written approval from the OBHC President).
- Age: Minimum age of 21.
- Physical Ability: Physically able to perform household tasks and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor children and collaborate with staff.
- Resilience: Emotionally, mentally, and physically capable of fulfilling role responsibilities with grace and flexibility.
- Licensing: Must meet all licensing requirements set by the State of Oklahoma.
Key Responsibilities
1. Spiritual Development
- Model the Faith: Demonstrate Christ-like behavior in word, deed, and family modeling.
- Discipleship: Build spiritually supportive relationships based on each child’s individual needs. Facilitate daily devotions in the home.
- Church Involvement: Promote and participate in church attendance and activities.
- Monitoring: Follow up on and report the children’s spiritual decisions.
2. Emotional Support & Mentorship
- Relationship Building: Build rapport with children to ensure they feel welcomed and accepted.
- Orientation: Partner with your spouse to support new residents during their transition to group living, including reviewing strengths and areas for growth.
- Environment: Create a stable, Christ-centered home environment.
- Guidance: Support children in developing healthy communication skills, emotional awareness, personal values, and positive relationships.
3. Physical Care & Household Management
- Health & Hygiene: Model and enforce appropriate personal hygiene, dental care, and medical care.
- Presentation: Teach children to care for their clothing and appearance; help them select clothing that fits campus guidelines.
- Sexual Purity: Encourage and teach Christian principles concerning sexual roles, purity, and abstinence.
- Home Operations: Plan, prepare, and serve consistent meals. Supervise children in age-appropriate chores, laundry, cleaning, and financial stewardship.
- Activity: Recognize and respond to the child’s need for physical activity and recreation.
4. Case Management & Planning
- Collaboration: Work with caseworkers and Social Services during admissions to identify appropriate placements.
- Service Plans: Assist in developing and implementing each child’s Service Plan, integrating goals into daily routines.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely documentation of medical care, discipline, progress, and significant incidents.
- Partnerships: Foster positive relationships with families, schools, healthcare professionals, and counselors.
5. Educational Support
- Advocacy: Understand and support the educational needs outlined in the Service Plan.
- Involvement: Actively participate in homework help, tutoring, and communication with school personnel.
- Environment: Promote a positive attitude toward learning and support children in school activities.
6. Social Skills Development
- Interpersonal Skills: Teach the value of positive social skills, manners, and responsibility.
- Boundaries: Instruct children on age-appropriate interactions with the opposite gender, including communication and dating boundaries.
- Community: Encourage involvement in church, school, and campus activities.
7. Facilities & Property Maintenance
- Upkeep: Ensure cottages, vehicles, and campus grounds are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
- Landscaping: Maintain cottage interiors and exteriors, including mowing, trimming, and garden upkeep.
- Safety: Conduct and document monthly inspections for fire, safety, and security compliance.
- Reporting: Follow campus procedures for vehicle use and building care; report all damage or accidents immediately.
8. Professional Conduct
- Policy Adherence: Comply with all OBHC Policies, Procedures, and OKDHS Licensing Standards.
- Professional Development: Complete at least 24 clock hours of relevant professional development annually (prorated at two hours per month for partial years).
- Teamwork: Foster fellowship and a team-oriented spirit. Practice biblical conflict resolution and Christ-like confrontation.
- Representation: Represent OBHC professionally at public events and maintain modest dress, punctuality, and adherence to schedule.
