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Boys Town

Live-In Houseparents

Oviedo, FL · On-site

$100K/yr

Supporting youth with new traditions such as sport events, family dinner, graduation, volunteering ... Live on-site in a Boys Town Family Home and provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through ...

Boystown

Live-In Houseparents

Oviedo, FL

$100K/yr

Supporting youth with new traditions such as sport events, family dinner, graduation, volunteering ... Live on-site in a Boys Town Family Home and provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through ...

Boystown

Group Home Live-In Leaders

Tallahassee, FL

$100K/yr

Supporting youth with new traditions such as sport events, family dinner, graduation, volunteering ... Live on-site in a Boys Town Family Home and provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through ...

Boys Town

Group Home Live-In Leaders

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$100K/yr

Supporting youth with new traditions such as sport events, family dinner, graduation, volunteering ... Live on-site in a Boys Town Family Home and provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through ...

One More Child

Volunteer Director

Lakeland, FL · On-site

VOLUNTEER DIRECTOR Department: Child Hunger JOB SUMMARY The Volunteer Director promotes the vision ... Employees of One More Child commit to live in a manner that is not contrary to this foundational ...

City of Sunrise

Tell us where and how you feel you can best be of service in the City. We will work with you and ... Requirements IMPORTANT DETAILS ABOUT THE CITY'S VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Volunteers do not need to live ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Live In Volunteer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Live In Volunteer, you generally need a strong sense of responsibility, adaptability, and a genuine desire to help others, with some organizations requiring basic first aid or relevant volunteer experience. Familiarity with scheduling tools, communication apps, and basic household management systems is often beneficial. Outstanding interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and cultural sensitivity set exceptional volunteers apart in communal living settings. These skills and qualities are crucial for building trust, ensuring smooth daily operations, and making a positive impact within the host community.

What are some common challenges faced by live-in volunteers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Live-in volunteers often encounter challenges such as adapting to communal living, balancing personal boundaries with availability, and managing time between volunteer duties and personal needs. Effective communication with coordinators and other residents is key to resolving conflicts and clarifying expectations. Setting a personal routine, seeking support from peers, and making use of any provided training or orientation can help volunteers adjust more comfortably and thrive in their roles.

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AspectLive In VolunteerCaregiver
CredentialsMinimal; background checks often requiredCertifications like CPR, first aid often required
Work EnvironmentNon-profit, community, or residential settingsPrivate homes, healthcare facilities, assisted living
Employer & IndustryNon-profit organizations, charitiesHealthcare providers, home care agencies
Search & Comparison IntentVolunteer opportunities, community servicePaid or unpaid caregiving roles

Live In Volunteers typically offer their time without pay, focusing on community service in various settings, while Caregivers often provide ongoing personal care, sometimes paid, in private or healthcare environments. Both roles require compassion and basic training, but their scope and compensation differ significantly.

What are live in volunteers?

Live in volunteers are individuals who commit to residing at a specific location, such as a community center, care home, or conservation site, while volunteering their time and skills. They typically receive accommodation and sometimes meals in exchange for their contribution to the organization or community. This arrangement allows volunteers to immerse themselves in the work and build strong relationships with those they serve. Duties can vary widely, from assisting with daily operations to providing companionship or specialized support. Live in volunteering is popular among those seeking meaningful experiences and personal growth.
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Infographic showing various Live In Volunteer job openings in Florida as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Live-In Houseparents

Boys Town

Oviedo, FL • On-site

$100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 hours ago

Boys Town rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

21st of 239 rated social care providers

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of America's youth? Boys Town is now hiring married couples to serve as Family Teachers in Oviedo, Florida! Together you will be provide care and guidance to boys and girls in need.
Click here to be inspired:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5D9LyMDkBE8
UP TO $6,000 RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
FREE ROOM AND BOARD INCLUDED!!
Benefits & Perks:
  • Starting salary of $100,000 per couple varies on location site.
  • Fully-paid living expenses, which include rent, utilities, and a monthly household budget
  • Benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; a 401K retirement plan; paid vacation and sick leave
  • Supporting youth with new traditions such as sport events, family dinner, graduation, volunteering in the community and visiting Lake Okoboji
  • Opportunities to earn college credit while working
  • Relocation assistance
  • Company vehicle

Responsibilities:
  • Live on-site in a Boys Town Family Home and provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through creating a safe and loving family-style living environment
  • Provide emotional support utilizing praise, positive feedback, affection and empathy to build one's self-confidence and respect
  • Use rational problem-solving techniques to teach youth critical thinking skills, assist with behavioral problems, counsel through personal issues and provide crisis intervention
  • Plan, participate and provide opportunities for individual and family activities that are both educational and entertaining
  • Display and teach parenting, family and relationship skills to youth, legal guardians and caretakers to create family engagement
  • Maintain contact with both internal and external consumers agencies to obtain or provide information regarding youth's behaviors, strategies and progress
  • Prepare written records for household budgeting, tracking youth progress, reporting incidents/behaviors and document youth medical needs and appointments
  • Teach and role model Boys Town values and ethical behaviors, as well as support and encourage participation in regular religious activities
  • Supervise the activities of assigned Assistant Family-Teacher to aid in their development and success
  • Manage the daily operating schedule of the home; assist with youth transportation needs, and overall household upkeep

Provides safe and effective services
  • Adheres to policies related to safety and boundaries with service recipients.
  • Attends safety and abuse risk management training as assigned.
  • Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising service recipients.
  • Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
  • Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Demonstrate to criteria while maintaining current in CPR and nationally recognized personal restraint model must be obtained during pre-service training required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Be at least 21 years of age or older
  • High School diploma or equivalent is required, some college credit is preferred
  • Valid driver's license with good driving record and ability to pass MVR Check
  • Flexibility and willingness to work a wide array of hours, which includes days, evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to pass a thorough background check and reference verification procedure in order to determine one's fitness to satisfactorily and safely care for youth
  • Ability to attend a 2-week paid training in Omaha, Nebraska

  • Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
  • Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Must have and maintain sufficient mental acuity and physical strength, agility, and endurance to perform all job requirements (including stressful situations - physically, mentally, and emotionally) encountered on the job without compromising the health and well-being of self, fellow employees, and youth or families. Must have sufficient vision, hearing, speech and the mobility to monitor youth, actively participate in safety procedures, assist and perform daily household chores, and participate in activities with youth. Specific requirements include, but are not limited to: the ability to push and pull at least 80 pounds of force, lift up to 50 pounds, carry safely up to 30 pounds, as well as the ability to reach overhead, bend, and squat with ease. Examples of required activities include, but are not limited to: moving furniture, climbing stairs, cooking, playing games, maintaining the exterior grounds including mowing and shoveling; as well as the ability to safely transport youth regardless of weather or time of day/night. Subject to outside environmental conditions occasionally and inside conditions frequently. Includes constant interruptions, inappropriate behaviors, and the potential for verbal and physical threats from youth.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.
Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

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