Seeking Experienced Couple to Manage a Residential Home

Diverse Journeys, Inc. is a private non-profit Family Home Agency that develops and manages Residential Homes for adults with intellectual disabilities and a dual diagnosis.

We are excited to announce the opening of a new Residential Home and are seeking applications from committed couples to serve as "Houseparents" who will provide support to three clients to meet their physical, psychological and social needs. The three clients and the Houseparent Couple will be living in a duplex, with each residing in their own home.

The successful candidates must be in a committed stable relationship and have a minimum of 3 years of experience in management and 2 years of direct support services for people with intellectual disabilities or a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field. Candidates must also have a clear background as evidenced by a DDS livescan, good driving record and a current CA driving license. Must be open to a flexible work schedule that does require some on-call backup as needed. A BA in the field of Social Services is desirable but not essential.

This position offers free rent and utilities on a newly remodeled duplex, with a parking space and use of company van. We are also offering a full benefits package with this position including medical, paid vacation and sick time. Salary between $70,000 to $75,000 per year (per couple) based on experience.

Please send us a cover letter and two resumes (make sure to include both applicants) detailing your work experience and explaining why you would be the right couple for this position. Please visit our website at www.diversejourneys.org to learn more about our company.