Foster Parent

at One Hope United in Rockford, Illinois, United States

Job Description

 Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you believe every teen deserves a safe, supportive, and loving home? At One Hope United, you can live out that belief—literally. As a Live-In Foster Parent at Hope House, you’ll provide care, structure, and encouragement to up to four fantastic youth (ages 13–17) in a family-style home that we provide for you.  

Foster Parent – Hope House (Live-In - House Parent)   

Change a life right from home.    This isn’t your typical 9–5. It’s a chance to create a lasting impact with all expenses covered in a comfortable, fully furnished home. You’ll receive extensive training, ongoing support, and the opportunity to build genuine relationships with young people who need consistency, compassion, and guidance the most.  

What You’ll Do

• Live in a private, fully furnished all expenses paid home provided by One Hope United

• Serve as a positive, stable role model and caregiver for up to 4 youth

• Create a nurturing, family-style environment using our trauma-informed Trust Based Relational Intervention Model (we train you!)

• Support youth with life skills, school attendance, daily routines, and recreational activities

• Partner with a team of counselors, case managers, teachers, and healthcare professionals

• Help youth set and achieve goals for education, behavior, and emotional well-being

• Take youth to school, appointments, and activities using an agency vehicle

• Take youth on outings to sports events, amusement parks, museums, and festivals (with approval from leadership)

• Keep accurate records and documentation—because good care includes great communication!

• Participate in team meetings and professional development (we invest in you, too!)  

Why This Role is Special

• Housing Provided – Live in a beautiful, fully furnished home with no expense to you for food, household items, and activities

• Make a Real Difference – Help teens heal, grow, and thrive in a supportive family setting

• Ongoing Training & Support – We’ll teach you everything you need to succeed, and we’re with you every step of the way

• Part of a Mission-Driven Team – Join a caring community that believes in kids and invests in families

• Stability + Flexibility – A consistent, meaningful role with time off and structured support.