Careers

Program Specialist

The Program Specialist will serve in a versatile, relational, and clinically informed role within programming. This individual will have the ability to incorporate clinical insight with clear expectations, sound judgment, and a willingness to address difficult issues in support of healthy outcomes for children, families, and staff.

This position will provide direct services to children and families, including but not limited to intake, assessment, interventions, treatment planning, and discharge planning. This individual will work closely with direct-care staff and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate services and ensure that the needs of each client are appropriately assessed, communicated, and addressed.

The individual in this position is expected to demonstrate both compassion and accountability in working with children, families, and staff. With our mission and values in mind, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, individuals, and families through relationship-based support, collaboration, and service. 

  • Build supportive, trusting relationships with children, families, and individuals served
  • Assess needs, identify strengths, and partner with clients to promote growth, stability, and positive outcomes
  • Provide guidance, encouragement, advocacy, and coordination of services to help individuals and families navigate challenges
  • Collaborate with team members, direct-care staff, and community partners to ensure thoughtful, coordinated support
  • Participate in intake, assessment, and ongoing service planning processes
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation and communication
  • Contribute to a positive, respectful, and healthy environment for those we serve and for fellow team members
  • Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, adaptability, and emotional maturity in a dynamic setting
  • Communicate with clarity, compassion, and respect, including the ability to navigate difficult conversations constructively
  • Support a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous learning, and personal growth
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with community resources and referral partners
  • Deliver direct clinical services, including counseling, if within the scope of the employee’s professional licensure and qualification
  • Embrace opportunities to serve in a versatile role that responds to the changing needs of children, families, and the organization
  • Uphold organizational policies, values, and a shared commitment to the mission of Hendrick Home for Children

  • Bachelor’s degree in a human services field is required; Master’s degree with clinical experience/licensure (LMFT or LMFT Associate, LPC or LPC Associate, LCSW,) preferred
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must possess and exhibit behavior that demonstrates cultural diversity and sensitivity
  • Full-time, Salaried Position
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and 401(k) with company contribution

Maintenance & Grounds Technician

We are looking for a dependable, hardworking individual to join our Maintenance Department. This full-time position involves building maintenance, painting, basic plumbing, and landscaping to help keep our facilities and grounds safe, clean, and well-maintained. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work and can work independently or as part of a team.

  • Perform general building maintenance and repairs, including doors, windows, walls, fixtures, and minor carpentry
  • Complete interior and exterior painting, including surface preparation, patching, and touch-ups
  • Handle basic plumbing repairs, such as leaks, clogged drains, faucets, and fixtures
  • Perform preventive maintenance; identify needed repairs and potential safety hazards
  • Assist with minor electrical and HVAC maintenance within training and qualifications
  • Maintain grounds by trimming trees and shrubs, caring for flower beds, mulching, and controlling weeds
  • Perform minor irrigation repairs; remove debris and keep outdoor areas neat
  • Safely operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and landscaping equipment
  • Assist with other maintenance tasks and projects as assigned
  • Experience in general maintenance, painting, plumbing, or landscaping preferred
  • Working knowledge of basic repairs, painting, carpentry, and landscaping equipment
  • Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work well with employees and residents
  • Able to perform physical work, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working outdoors
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Full-time, Hourly Position
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and 401(k) with company contribution

Administrative Assistant to Executive Vice President & Programs

This position manages, anticipates, and provides essential administrative and operational support to the Executive Vice President and Programs Department, helping ensure that campus systems, schedules, records, compliance requirements, and program processes are organized, accurate and functioning effectively.

  • Manage and anticipate any daily administrative or support needs of Executive Vice President to include preparation for meetings, providing meeting minutes, managing calendars, and communicating campus needs that arise
  • Screen and assist with incoming calls, emails, and other forms of communication for programs
  • Manage, ensure, and maintain records for all state licensing guidelines and compliance: to include managing and scheduling all staff trainings per licensing guidelines, all inspections: fire and health inspections/drills, gas pressure test, children’s trip reports, etc.
  • Maintain and update Licensing Provider Portal as needed to include applying and maintaining background checks for all staff, visitors, volunteers, etc. along with any needs required by licensing
  • Responsible for all campus scheduling, this includes coordination of childcare staff rotations and emergencies, clinical on call, and holiday flex scheduling
  • Compile and maintain Campus census and statistical reports
  • Coordinate the Executive Vice President’s and program teams professional travel and conference commitments, including conference registration, travel arrangements and accommodations, scheduling, and other related logistical needs
  • Maintain records necessary for Medicaid benefits for HHC children. This includes applications, reviews, notice of changes, card distribution, and notices to end or change coverage
  • Initializing applications for aftercare to obtain health, dental and auto insurances. Requesting payment of these services once established and approved
  • Maintain and schedule routine physical and dental appointments for children per state licensing guidelines
  • Reconcile annual charges and fill out social security reports on children. Verify social security funds received quarterly
  • Log and reconcile allowances on items such as: clothing, cosmetics, gifts
  • Serve as liaison with AISD for annual TEA report and children’s tutor program, along with annual report for the food service program for lunches
  • Serve as liaison with software developer to update software as needed
  • Maintain all clinical files for programs to include: preparing initial digital file, inputting intake and preliminary Plans of Service for new admissions, and maintaining, scheduling, and assisting with Plans of Service thereafter
  • Complete monthly file audits to ensure and maintain compliance
  • Maintain requests for and reconciliation of any monthly allowances for basic care and after care programs
  • Work with families and staff to coordinate visitation and any needs that arise
  • Anything else deemed necessary by the Executive Vice President and/or President/CEO
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate judgment.
  • Dependable attendance and ability to maintain assigned work schedule.
  • Basic computer skills appropriate to the position.
  • Ability to successfully complete any required background checks, training, or other employment requirements.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
  • Previous experience related to the position preferred, but not required.
  • Full-time Salaried Position
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and 401(k) with company contribution

Basic Care Program Home Care Couple

Hendrick Home for Children is accepting applications for our Basic Care program. The Home raises children, ages 5 to 18, in a safe and loving Christian environment. The children are reared in an atmosphere of spiritual, physical, emotional and intellectual growth. Children at HHC enjoy participating in all academic and extracurricular activities of their public schools.

The right couple will identify with our core values of Family, Spiritual Development, Education, Mutual Respect, Dignity, Compassion, and Responsibility.

  • A Positive Role Model for all our children
  • Care and Supervision for residents in the assigned cottage
  • Responsibilities of a Parent to include the provision of Material, Physical, Spiritual, Emotional, and Disciplinary Needs
  • Meal Preparation and Menu Documentation
  • Transportation for children, including but not limited to, to and from school and medical appointments
  • Administration & Documentation of Medications
  • Ability to follow schedules and participate in related planning
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Driver’s License w/excellent driving record
  • Ability to care for up to 8 children
  • Must possess and exhibit behavior that demonstrates cultural diversity and sensitivity
  • License in childcare preferred
  • $70,000+/Couple
  • Rent-free private 2-bedroom apartment, meals and utilities (including cable)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and 401(k) with company contribution.
  • Hendrick Home offers flexible schedules, including one week on and one week off.