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Clarvida - Idaho

Treatment Foster Care Parent

Boise, ID · On-site

$200/day

Ongoing foster parent training * Foster Child medical and therapy expenses covered through Idaho Medicaid, including: * Comprehensive assessment and individualized service planning * Psychiatric ...

Clarvida

Treatment Foster Care Parent

Boise, ID · On-site

$200/day

Ongoing foster parent training * Foster Child medical and therapy expenses covered through Idaho Medicaid, including: * Comprehensive assessment and individualized service planning * Psychiatric ...

Clarvida - Idaho

Treatment Foster Care Parent

Boise, ID · On-site

$200/day

Ongoing foster parent training * Foster Child medical and therapy expenses covered through Idaho Medicaid, including: * Comprehensive assessment and individualized service planning * Psychiatric ...

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Foster Parent

Longmont, CO · On-site

$2.0K/mo

You will receive extensive training, monthly compensation, access to clinical and behavioral ... Foster parents provide daily care, encouragement, structure, and connection while collaborating ...

ABA Therapy Partners

$90K/yr

Provide supervision and training to Registered Behavioral Techs. * Conduct weekly in-home, and remote supervision sessions. * Establish trust and rapport with parents in order to maintain positive ...

Oklahoma City Public Schools

Parent Educator

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

Complete PAT training and subsequent training required for national recertification. * Any other ... Successfully complete the Parents as Teachers National Center parent educator certification. * A ...

Oklahoma City Public Schools

Parent Educator

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$17.25 - $20.25/hr

Complete PAT training and subsequent training required for national recertification. * Any other ... Successfully complete the Parents as Teachers National Center parent educator certification. * A ...

W Gohman Construction

Foster Parent

Thornton, CO · On-site

$2.0K - $5.0K/mo

You'll also receive competitive monthly compensation, extensive training, 24/7 support, clinical ... Foster parents provide day-to-day care, consistency, encouragement, and connection while working ...

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How much do parent trainer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for parent trainer in the United States is $26.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a parent trainer?

Parent Trainers are professionals who work with parents to help them develop effective parenting skills, improve family relationships, and address specific behavioral or developmental challenges with their children. They may provide guidance through workshops, one-on-one coaching, or group sessions, often using evidence-based techniques. Parent Trainers often have backgrounds in education, psychology, social work, or related fields, and their goal is to empower parents to create positive, supportive home environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a parent trainer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Parent Trainer, you need a solid understanding of child development, family dynamics, and evidence-based parenting strategies, often supported by a background in education, counseling, or social work. Familiarity with assessment tools, curriculum materials, and virtual training platforms is typically required. Exceptional communication, patience, and cultural sensitivity are crucial soft skills for effectively engaging and supporting diverse families. These competencies ensure that trainers can deliver impactful guidance, foster positive parent-child relationships, and adapt their methods to meet individual family needs.

What are some common challenges parent trainers face when working with diverse families, and how can they be addressed?

Parent Trainers often encounter families with varying backgrounds, beliefs, and parenting styles, which can present challenges in communication and engagement. To address this, it's important to use culturally sensitive approaches, adapt training materials to meet unique family needs, and build trust through active listening. Collaborating with community resources and maintaining a flexible, supportive attitude can help Parent Trainers foster positive relationships and achieve better outcomes for families.

How do you become a parent trainer?

To become a parent trainer, individuals typically need a background in education, social work, psychology, or a related field, along with experience working with families and children. Many employers prefer candidates to have certification in parenting education or related programs, such as the Certified Parent Educator credential, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Training programs and workshops are available to develop specific skills in parent education and coaching.
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Infographic showing various Parent Trainer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,463 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Treatment Foster Care Parent

Clarvida - Idaho

Boise, ID • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve.

About our Foster Care Program:

Our Treatment Foster Care program offers a family-based placement option for children with serious behavioral, emotional, or medical health needs, who require more intensive interventions and supports more than traditional foster care is able to deliver.  As a foster parent, you will offer a safe and calming placement for children/youth to address their behavioral and mental health struggles, with a goal of family reunification.

Perks of this position:

  • Up to $200/day reimbursement cost for providing a loving, caring, treatment level home and support to a child/youth.
  • 24 hour on-call service and support
  • Assigned case manager for assistance and support
  • Ongoing foster parent training
  • Foster Child medical and therapy expenses covered through Idaho Medicaid, including:
    • Comprehensive assessment and individualized service planning
    • Psychiatric/educational consultation
    • Coordination of medical/healthcare services needed
    • Coordination of birth family contact and visitation 
    • Wrap around mental health services (therapy, case management)

 What we are looking for:

  • At least 21 years old
  • Own or rent a safe residence with space for a child
  • Single or Married
  • Flexible, energetic, and able to care for a child (no previous parenting experience required)
  • Be open to learning new things
  • Be able to pass a comprehensive background check and meet Idaho Child Care Licensing requirements. 
  • Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and proof of car insurance

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Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage job seekers to be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment activities that are on the rise across the healthcare industry. Communication about legitimate Clarvida job opportunities will only come from an authorized Clarvida.com email address or a personal LinkedIn account that is associated with a Clarvida.com email address. Clarvida recruiters will never charge application fees, conduct interviews via chat rooms, or extend job offers without a thorough recruitment process.