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Children's Home of Poughkeepsie

Custodian

Poughkeepsie, NY

$14 - $18/hr

Description The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie has been caring for children throughout the Hudson Valley for over 175 years! We strive to empower children and families to achieve optimal health and ...

Esland

PA

A minimum of 2 years experience within a Residential Children's Home (within the last 5 years) * A minimum of 12 months supervisory experience in a children's residential care home * A Level 3 ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for children home in the United States is $19.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working in a children's home, and how can they be effectively managed?

Staff in children's homes often encounter challenges such as managing behavioral issues, supporting children who have experienced trauma, and balancing administrative duties with direct care. Building strong, trusting relationships with the children is essential, as is maintaining clear communication within the team. Ongoing training in trauma-informed care and regular team debriefs can help staff effectively address these challenges and maintain a supportive environment for both children and colleagues.

What is a children's home?

A children's home is a residential facility that provides care, support, and accommodation for children who are unable to live with their families due to various reasons, such as abandonment, neglect, abuse, or family breakdown. These homes are staffed by trained caregivers who ensure the children's basic needs are met, offer emotional and psychological support, and facilitate their education and personal development. The goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment while working towards long-term solutions, such as family reunification or adoption.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Children's Home Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Children's Home Worker, you need a solid understanding of child development, safeguarding practices, and relevant qualifications such as a diploma in health and social care or childcare. Familiarity with care management systems, incident reporting software, and ongoing safeguarding training is typically required. Strong communication, patience, resilience, and the ability to build trust with children are essential soft skills. These skills ensure the safety, well-being, and positive development of children in a supportive and regulated environment.

What is the difference between Children Home vs Child Care Worker?

AspectChildren HomeChild Care Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma, background checks, sometimes additional certificationsHigh school diploma, CPR/First Aid, background checks
Work EnvironmentResidential facility, 24/7 care, group living settingDaycare centers, homes, schools, primarily daytime hours
Employer & IndustryNon-profit organizations, government agencies, residential facilitiesPrivate daycares, preschools, family homes
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for residential child care rolesSeeking daytime child supervision jobs

Children Home workers typically provide 24/7 residential care for children in group homes or facilities, requiring specific certifications and experience in a residential setting. Child Care Workers focus on supervising children during daytime hours in daycare or home environments, often with similar certifications. Both roles involve caring for children but differ mainly in work environment and schedule.

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Foster Care Intake Coordinator

Foster Care Intake Coordinator

Epworth Children's Home

Columbia, SC • On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.

Position Summary:

    • Responsible for all growth activities of the foster care program; including conducting foster home investigations utilizing the regulations established by the Department of Social Services and overseeing placement activities of foster children into the licensed foster homes.
    • The Intake Coordinator will meet goals established for licensing foster parents monthly and placements of children into licensed foster homes through screening, logging and referring prospective foster family calls.
    • Facilitate orientation and interview with prospective foster families.
    • Process foster family applications within required time frames (references, SLED, CPS check, medicals, fingerprinting, inspections by Fire Marshal & Dept. of Health)
    • Conduct licensing study for foster home applicants at the time of licensure and re-licensure for foster families within case load.

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in a Human Service field or a Bachelor's degree and one (1) year experience in working with clients in foster care
  • Prefer a minimum of four (4) years of experience working with children and families, three (3) of which should be with children in foster care.
  • Prefer a minimum of one (1) year in a counseling or social worker capacity.
  • Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church.

What Epworth Children's Home offers full time employees:

Rewarding Client Focused work environment

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

Company paid life insurance

Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life

403(b) with company match

Ample vacation and sick leave

Mission/Volunteer leave

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program

Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Career opportunities throughout the state of SC!

The mission of Epworth Children's Home is to serve children, youth and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.