House Parent

House parents are concerned with all the tasks relating to personal care, boarding accommodation, meals, study, recreation and weekend activities of children in a residential child care establishment. They usually live in or near the boarding establishment.

House parents may perform the following tasks:

• ensure good behaviour of the children
• supervise and arrange activities that increase intellectual, physical, social and spiritual development
• make sure living and hygiene standards are maintained
• make sure students are attending classes
• lend a sympathetic ear to children with problems or provide counselling services
• perform minor domestic duties
• accompany students on weekend outings.

Specialisations:

Boarding School Supervisor

A boarding school supervisor usually provides a similar service to that of house parents, and operates from a school boarding house. They provide accommodation facilities for students.

• concern for the wellbeing of young people
• understanding of student needs and cultural differences
• sense of responsibility
• good leadership skills
• good organisational skills
• able to work closely with others in a community setting
• good health.

Personal Requirements:

Related Jobs:

• Child Care Worker
• Family Day Carer
• Nanny
• Personal Care Worker
• Welfare Worker
• Youth Worker

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