House Parent at Riziki Children’s Organization

Person reports to:                      Project Director

Person Supervises:                    All Staff

Purpose of Job:

To make a difference in the lives of children, youth and adolescents. The Houseparent will be required to create and maintain a wholesome family environment. They will provide guidance, and offer psychosocial support to our children.

To carry out the duties and responsibilities listed below, in respect of Riziki Children’s Organization.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be single (Female) 28 years of age and above.
• Strictly a certificate or diploma in social work and at least two years experience working closely with children ranging from age 4-17.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and physical health exams.
• The House Parent must be creative, consistent, patient, and a compassionate caregiver who is serious about responsibility.
• Modelling a Christian life is very important.
•  This is a multifaceted and involving live- in full-time position, in a rural setting ,with one day off a week.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Managing household  stock (food and non food items); producing a house shopping list once a month
• Manage and record petty cash
• Maintain and manage a home library
• Supervise non-farm staff and delegate duties as needed to make sure all is in order in the house at all times
• Prepare, keep and maintain proper records of all children
• Attend relevant meetings and court procedures
• Provide spiritual training and teach independent life skills to the children
• Be a source of counsel to the children on all matters
• Develop a holistic functional house timetable (School Days and Holidays)
• Prepare the children for school every day
• Accompany children to church and doctor appointments
• Strict implementation of house conduct
• Homework assistance
• Preparing meals and meal menus
• Housekeeping and farm work