Residing Hope is one of the oldest continuously operating child welfare organizations in the southeastern United States, with a 118-year history rooted in the conviction that every child deserves a community of care. That history is not a museum piece. It is a living standard that shapes how we hire, how we train, and how we support our staff.
We are a Council on Accreditation (COA) and EAGLE-accredited organization, which means our human resources practices, supervision structures, and staff training programs meet rigorous national quality standards. We are also a member of the Teaching Family Association, which means our residential care staff receive some of the most thorough and evidence-based training available in the child welfare field.
We are a faith-based organization with a Christ-centered mission, and we welcome staff of all backgrounds who share our commitment to the dignity and flourishing of every child and family we serve. Our culture is one of genuine care — for the children we serve, and for the staff who serve them.
View All Open PositionsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees and their families.
403(b) retirement plan with organizational contribution for eligible employees.
Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Supervision toward licensure available for registered interns in counseling roles.
Extensive paid training in the Teaching Family Model, TF-CBT, EAGALA, and other evidence-based practices.
Work alongside colleagues who share a deep commitment to the healing and flourishing of Florida's most vulnerable children.
Teaching parents are the heart of Residing Hope's residential care model. They live and work in our group homes, implementing the Teaching Family Model — a research-validated behavioral and relational curriculum — through the natural interactions of daily living. Teaching parents are therapeutic practitioners in the fullest sense: they are the constant, caring adults in the lives of children who have often never had one. Positions require a bachelor's degree in a human services field (or equivalent experience), a commitment to the Teaching Family Model philosophy, and the ability to live on campus in a two-parent team arrangement. Extensive paid training is provided.
Residing Hope's outpatient counseling program employs licensed clinical social workers (LCSW), licensed mental health counselors (LMHC), and licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) to provide evidence-based trauma treatment to children and families across Florida. Primary modalities include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), EMDR, and family systems therapy. Positions are available at our DeBary, Plant City, and Kissimmee offices. Supervision toward licensure is available for registered interns. Competitive salary, benefits, and a caseload designed to support clinical excellence rather than volume.
Foster care case managers at Residing Hope are the primary support system for licensed foster families and the children in their care. They conduct home studies, provide PRIDE training, manage placement processes, facilitate court-ordered visits, and offer 24/7 crisis support to foster families. Positions require a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and Florida licensure (or eligibility). Experience with the Florida child welfare system and knowledge of the Florida Administrative Code Chapter 65C-13 is preferred. Positions are available in Volusia, Flagler, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.
The Madison Youth Ranch employs EAGALA-certified equine specialists and mental health professionals to co-facilitate Equine Assisted Psychotherapy sessions for trauma-affected youth. EAGALA certification is required or must be obtained within the first year of employment. Experience working with children who have experienced complex trauma, attachment disorders, or developmental trauma is essential. The Ranch is located on 100 acres in Madison County, Florida, approximately 45 minutes east of Tallahassee. Housing assistance may be available for candidates relocating to the Madison area.
Residing Hope's Montessori Program on the Enterprise campus serves children ages 3–9 in a trauma-informed, Montessori-aligned learning environment. Positions are available for AMI or AMS-credentialed Montessori teachers at the Primary (3–6) and Lower Elementary (6–9) levels. Experience working with children who have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), or developmental delays is highly valued. The program serves both campus residents and community families, creating a mixed-background classroom environment that reflects the Montessori philosophy of natural community.
Independent living specialists work directly with young adults aged 18–23 who are aging out of or have recently left the foster care system. They provide coaching and support in housing, employment, education, financial literacy, transportation, and life skills development. Positions require a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field and a genuine passion for supporting young adults in the transition to independence. Experience with the Florida Independent Living Program (ILP) and knowledge of community resources in Volusia County is preferred.
View current openings on our careers portal. All positions require a background screening. Residing Hope is an equal opportunity employer.