Houseparent Full Time

Join Our Mission at New Mexico Baptist Children’s Home

For over a century, New Mexico Baptist Children’s Home (NMBCH) has been on a mission to offer hope to children and families in need. We are looking for dedicated married couples or single women to work as a team assigned by the administration to join us as Houseparents at our campuses in Portales, NM, and our soon-to-open location in Estancia, NM.

Why Become a Houseparent with NMBCH? At NMBCH, You Will:

       Make a difference:  You will be on the frontlines of a great mission field, providing love and care to children who have faced trauma.

        Enjoy a Challenge: This role is both rewarding and challenging, and you will see God move in ways you never expected.

       Live in a Community: You will not do this alone. You will be a part of a committed Christian community, actively involved in a Southern Baptist Church.

       Provide a Stable Home: You will live in a large home on the NMBCH campus and parent up to nine resident children.

What We Offer:

       Competitive Salary: $65,000 per couple-$32,500 per individual

       Generous Benefits:

 Housing and utilities, including internet.
 100% paid health, dental, long-term disability, and life insurance premiums for employees and dependents.
Employer contributions to a 403b retirement plan with additional matching options.
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children.
Relocation assistance.
·        Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an appealing schedule of 16 days on and 8 days off, giving you over 15 weeks off each year.

About Our Locations:

       Portales, NM: A welcoming town with 17,000 residents, home to Eastern New Mexico University and near Cannon Air Force Base. Rich in archaeological history and community spirit.

     Estancia, NM: A beautiful rural community, just an hour from Albuquerque, with ample mountains and outdoor spaces to explore.

Requirements:

       Committed Christians: Actively involved in a Southern Baptist Church.

      Passionate Caregivers: A strong calling to work with children from hard places.

      Team-Oriented: You will work with a team of committed staff who are all focused on providing a safe and loving home for our children.

Houseparent couples may have up to two dependent children (preferably over the age of 10) and one well-behaved pet (case-by-case basis).

Join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of children and families. Apply today to become a Houseparent at NMBCH!