- Junior
- Office in Peoria
Position Overview
We are seeking a responsible, caring individual to provide daily household support and care for our family. The role is designed to assist my wife in managing household responsibilities and caring primarily for our two youngest children (ages 4 and 6). While we are a family of nine kids (ages 4–15), most of our older children are self-sufficient and require little direct care.
This position includes practical household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, light cleaning, and transportation for sports or activities. If needed, we also offer a casita with a private bedroom and a kitchen and bathroom for living accommodations, providing some personal space and independence.
Our family is an active, fun Christian household. We regularly attend church, own and operate homes serving the most vulnerable—including senior care homes and group homes for individuals with disabilities—and we often involve our kids in serving alongside us. We also have an entrepreneurial spirit and enjoy being engaged in community and family-centered work.
General Requirements
● Character & Values: Responsible, trustworthy, supportive of a Christian family environment, and aligned with our heart for serving others.
● Experience: Prior household management, childcare, or related experience preferred.
● Skills: Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks at a time.
● Lifestyle Fit: Enjoys being around children and teenagers, comfortable in a lively and active household.
● Driving: Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record for occasional transportation.
● Flexibility: Willing to adapt to the family’s rhythms, including evenings as needed.
Typical Daily Duties
A typical day may include:
● Laundry & Organization
○ Wash, dry, fold, and put away clothing for family members.
○ Help maintain order in closets and dressers.
● Meal Preparation & Groceries
○ Light meal prep and assistance with healthy family dinners.
○ Grocery shopping and stocking household staples including food, cleaning supplies and hygiene.
● Household Cleaning & Upkeep
○ General tidying, dishwashing, sweeping, and maintaining common areas. ○ Assist with deeper cleaning tasks as needed.
● Errands & Family Support
○ Run errands for the family, including grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, handling returns, and other needs.
○ Support with party preparation, family events, and getting the household ready for vacations.
○ Provide care and support primarily for our two youngest children (ages 4 and 6).
○ Occasionally help with evening pick-ups or drop-offs for sports and activities.
○ Assist with dentist/doctor appointments as needed for the kids.
Accommodations
● Casita Housing: A casita is available with a private bedroom, providing independent living space.
● Family Life: Opportunity to be part of an energetic, supportive, entrepreneurial, and service-minded family environment.
Compensation and benefits
● $20-$30 a hour, Full time
● Health benefits, PTO, sick time
Summary
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, finds fulfillment in supporting a family’s daily life in sometimes tedious tasks, and thrives in an active household. The position blends household management, practical care, and family support, while allowing you to participate in the life of a family committed to faith, service, and entrepreneurship.
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