Employment opportunities
Florida Baptist Children's Homes is a church-related, social services institution and employs people who are (1) active in a local church, with preference to Baptists, and (2) U.S. citizens, or aliens with a current work visa. Florida Baptist Children's Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
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EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
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Lead House Parents 
Florida Baptist Children's Homes has openings for Lead House Parent couples to serve a specific area. These couples provide support, mentoring and relief to the Primary House Parents within that area. Additional compensation is provided for this vital role, along with room, board, insurance and generous leave. To apply, complete an Employment Application online or via U.S. Mail; for more information, contact David Buckmaster at (863) 687-8811 or via e-mail.
Primary House Parents
Florida Baptist Children's Homes has openings for Primary House Parent couples to serve in cottage settings, meeting the needs of up to 8 children (ages 5-18). These couples serve as a team with a social worker/case worker. Duties include daily supervision, spiritual development, discipline and teaching of life skills to the children. Training is provided before permanent assignment. Competitive salary plus room, board, insurance and generous leave To apply, complete an Employment Application online or via U.S. Mail; for more information, contact David Buckmaster at (863) 687-8811 or via e-mail.
Foster Parents
To be eligible to become a foster parent, you:
♦ Must be at least 21 years old and have lived in the community for at least six months; an active member of a local Christian church; married with a stable marriage for at least one year (married couples preferred); in good health (a physician's statement is required).
♦ Must meet your county's home safety requirements, have sufficient bedrooms, and reliable transportation.
♦ Must demonstrate emotional stability and have supportive character references; be financially stable; have no criminal record (fingerprinting is required); agree to discipline without physical punishment; be willing to work with social workers/case workers, other professionals, and the child's biological family; attend 30 hours of foster parent training (known as MAPP — Model Approach to Partnership in Parenting.)
♦ Must not be currently employed by Florida Baptist Children's Homes.
Florida Baptist Children's Homes provides subsidy for the child's expenses.
In Miami, contact David Futrell at (305) 271-4121, or via e-mail.
In Plantation, contact David Futrell at (305) 271-4121, or via e-mail.
In Fort Myers, contact Randy Rankin at (305) 271-4121, or via e-mail.
In Lakeland, contact Andrea Hagan at (863) 688-4981, or via e-mail.
In Gainesville, contact Michele Everson at (352) 377-2517 or via e-mail.
In Jacksonville, contact Melissa Poole at (904) 721-7739, or via e-mail.
In Tallahassee, contact Jackie Barksdale at (850) 878-1458, or via e-mail.
In Pensacola, contact Paulie Ferguson at (850) 968-1114 or via e-mail.
In Milton, contact Jonathan Hasel at (850) 968-1114 or via e-mail.
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Secretary — Jacksonville
Florida Baptist Children's Homes in Jacksonville is accepting applications for a Secretary for personnel, programs, and clients, and to enhance the overall programs. Must have clerical experience, and a high school diploma or GED. Competitive salary, insurance benefits, and generous leave. To apply, complete an Employment Application online or via U.S. Mail; for more information, contact Randy Harrison at (904) 721-2711 or via e-mail. Social Worker/Case Worker, Residential Care (part-time) — Pensacola
Florida Baptist Children's Homes is seeking to employ a Social Worker/Case Worker for its Residential Care program in Pensacola. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field (master's preferred); experience in the Florida child welfare system; good organizational skills; and good interpersonal skills. Competitive salary plus generous benefits package (insurance, leave). To apply, complete an Employment Application online or via U.S. Mail; for more information, contact Paulie Ferguson at 850-968-1114 or via e-mail.
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Director, Sanctity of Human Life — Lakeland
Florida Baptist Children’s Homes is accepting applications for a Lakeland-based Sanctity of Human Life Director. Duties include assisting in starting and supporting Pregnancy Care Centers in this state, strenghtening this organization's adoption and children services, and researching and developing new ministries that support Sanctity of Human Life. Applicants should have strong public speaking skills as well as computer, writing, and organizational skills. Preferred: master's degree in a related field and experience in Pregnancy Care Center ministry. Must have a solid knowledge of Southern Baptist work and know Southern Baptists' general theological beliefs. To apply, complete an Employment Application online or via U.S. Mail; for more information, contact Charlie Cox at (863) 687-8811 or via e-mail.
Secretary — Lakeland
Florida Baptist Children's Homes in Lakeland is seeking to employ a Secretary for Development and Communications. Must have clerical experience, and a high school diploma or GED. Competitive salary, insurance benefits, and generous leave. To apply, complete an Employment Application online or via U.S. Mail; for more information, contact Julie Boyd at (863) 687-8811 or via e-mail.
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