House Parent Support Team

Position Description
Responsible for connecting with and supporting a small team of House Parents during LIFE sessions and on a personal level. 
Number of Support People Needed Minimum 15

LIFE Contact
Jennifer Hassenstab (Whole LIFE Director)
Support Team Coordinator

Length/Time Commitment

• 1 year
• 1.25 hours during approx. 20 sessions
• 1-2 hours a month providing support from home

Primary Responsibilities

• Make sure House Parents are present for LIFE sessions and find substitutes for absent House Parents
• Help House Parents gather last minute supplies and copies
• Check-in with House Parents for feedback, input and concerns.  Share this information with Jennifer or Support Team Coordinator.
• Collect attendance sheets once a month.
• Observe House Parents for best practices, fun activities, and curriculum ides.  Share these, along with areas of concern, with Jennifer or Support Team Coordinator
• Offer personal support, encouragement and friendship to House Parents through conversation, notes of encouragement, birthday cards, etc.

Requirements

• Beginning of the year training
• Sincere desire to support and assist individuals who are helping our children explore their Catholic faith.

Support Provided

• Training
• Weekly House Parent emails with last minute updates