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HGS!
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Dedicated Change-Makers!
The House of the Good Shepherd provides care that changes children's lives.
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.
Do you have Integrity, Compassion, Insight,
Determination, and the DRIVE to Influence?
Click on the button below to be part of a team of compassionate,
dedicated life-changers utilizing your talents toward helping others!
The House of the Good Shepherd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, race, color, creed, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, domestic violence status, marital status, or any other classification or status protected by federal, state or local law.
Great Employee Benefits
Competitive Benefits
- Affordable Health Insurance (PPO & HDHP available)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) – $300/Single $600/Family
- Affordable Dental and Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
- Voluntary Accident Insurance
Personal-Care Balance
- Bereavement Time
- Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, Personal, and Holiday time
- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- Anniversary Recognition Gifts
- Staff Appreciation Events
- Wellness and Incentive Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
Financial Wellness
- Paid Lunch Breaks (Work 37.50 hours and paid for 40)
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Tuition and Educational Assistance Programs
- Direct Deposit
- Local Credit Union Memberships
- Employee Referral Program
- Life Mart Employee Discounts
What You'll Do & Where You'll Work
The Business Office
100 Lomond Court
Utica, NY 13502
Foster Care & Preventative Services
17 Herkimer Road
Utica, NY 13502
Main Campus
1550 Champlin Ave
Utica, NY 13502
Respite
1606 Sunset Ave
Utica, NY 13502
Tri-County Foster Care Program
26515 State Rte 3
Watertown, NY 13601
Which Road will YOU Travel?
Program Supervisor
Shift Supervisor
Relief CCW
Child Care Worker
Management
Licensed Clinician
Case Planner
Case Aide
School Administrator
Teacher Masters
Teacher Bachelors
Teacher Assistant
— Max“The House gives me an opportunity to change lives and feel accomplished in my role by being able to provide children with a safe and loving environment where everyone benefits!”
Foster Care Program Manager
— Sarah“There is no greater pursuit in life than to invest in the happiness and well-being of others. Our clients shine when people believe in them and teach them to believe in themselves. The look on their faces when they learn to value themselves makes it all worth it.”
Occupational Therapist
— Ted“I’ve been at The House of the Good Shepherd for 30 years, and I love working with kids and trying to help them everyday. I’m very excited about the positive impact The House makes on the youth we serve.”
Respite Program Manager