Your Calling as a Houseparent Couple
When a Christian couple chooses to become houseparents at Cookson Hills, they join a mission-driven team devoted to transforming lives. As houseparents, you will live and serve together in a ministry-provided home, caring for a group of children who need structure, guidance, and love.
This is more than a job—it’s a full-time calling. The ideal couple feels led by God to serve together in a caregiving role, providing not only daily needs like meals and routines, but also emotional and spiritual support.
You’ll work hand-in-hand with teachers, case managers, and therapists in a deeply collaborative, Christ-centered environment designed to offer each child a path toward healing and maturity.
A Flourishing Place to Live and Work
We are committed to providing a thriving work/life culture for our staff. Since 2019, Cookson Hills has been recognized by Best Christian Workplaces for our commitment to healthy, Christ-honoring organizational culture.
- Live and work together as a family – up to four of your children can live in the home and attend our private, ACSI-accredited Christian school.
- Housing, utilities, and Wi-Fi included – enjoy rent-free living with no utility or internet bills, freeing your family to focus on ministry and building life-changing relationships.
- Meals provided – food costs are covered when dining with students, helping reduce your family’s grocery expenses.
- Comprehensive benefits – including health insurance and a retirement plan.
- Time-off and support programs – paid time off, sick leave, sabbatical opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, and ongoing trauma-informed training.
- A thriving, supportive community – join a team culture where your entire family is welcomed and becomes an active part of the ministry.
What You’ll Do
Together, a husband and wife, you will provide 24/7 care for 6–10 placed children (maximum of 10 children in the home including your own). Ages range from 5 to 17. All care is aligned with Cookson Hills’ trauma-informed training and the individual plan of care for each child.
Daily responsibilities include:
- Creating a loving, structured, Christ-centered home environment
- Modeling and reinforcing consistent expectations and consequences
- Leading daily family devotions
- Partnering weekly with your case manager and support team to review progress
- Helping with homework, meal prep, and household management
- Providing guidance in emotional regulation, money management, and spiritual growth
- Handling medications, appointments, and documentation
- Participating in family, school, and community activities
This role is suited for couples who are resilient, nurturing, organized, and passionate about helping children heal and thrive.
Begin Writing a Better Story
If God is calling you and your spouse to serve together in a meaningful, transformative way, we encourage you to apply today.
