Casa de Esperanza
Houston, TX
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Application
Description:
Casa de Esperanza provides residential care to children birth through six who are in crisis due to
abuse, neglect, or the effects of HIV. Care is provided in our neighborhood by our Hands of Hope interns.
Qualifications
• At least 21 years old
• Willingness to make a one-year commitment
• College degree preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others
• Flexibility and Patience
• Good general health, with a high energy level, and able to lift 35-40 pounds
• Valid U.S. Driver's License
A criminal history and background check of each Hands of Hope Intern will be completed prior to
Responsibilities
• To care for the children placed in your home
• To promote skills to develop healthy attachments
• To participate as a team member in implementing the children's Plan of Service and therapeutic regime
• To complete household duties including, but not limited to: cooking, cleaning, laundry and maintaining the house, and vehicles
• To transport and participate in medical and therapy appointments
• To support the children's primary attachment to biological parents
• To complete all necessary paperwork in a timely manner
• To communicate regularly with supervisors regarding the welfare of the children
• To complete 20 hours of ongoing training on an annual basis
• To follow the policies of Casa de Esperanza at all times
Living Arrangements
Typically, four Hands of Hope Interns live in an agency foster home with four or five children under the age of six. One of the interns will be licensed as the foster parent. Together, the Hands of Hope Interns share responsibility for providing 24-hour care to the children in the home.
Compensation and Benefits
• Housing
• Monthly stipend of $600/month
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Two weeks paid vacation per year
• Successful Completion of Internship Award
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