Our Culture

The House of the Good Shepherd remains the leading provider of treatment, education, and support services for the children and families of our communities. We are known for providing services of the highest quality and value, delivered within the context of family, culture, and community.

HGS offers a positive work environment that equally prioritizes organizational success and employee happiness. Our inclusive and inspiring atmosphere provides a workplace where everyone feels at home and can be their ideal self! At The House, we commit to implementing professional development opportunities for all employees on their road to success with a rewarding career that has a lasting impact on thousands of children and families.

The Sanctuary^® Model

The Sanctuary^® Model is a nationally recognized framework for trauma-informed care. The House established Sanctuary as the foundation for the organization's treatment programs and for the support of our passionate team of life changers.

We commit to training our team members in the philosophical underpinnings of Sanctuary. As a result, we have a safer, better-functioning organization with improved outcomes for our kids and staff retention and satisfaction.