Methodist Children’s Home is a professional Christian ministry for children, youth and families. Our nationally recognized programs make us a leader in child care. We expect all of our employees to conduct their professional and personal affairs in a manner which presents a positive role model for our youth.

Mission Statement: Methodist Children’s Home offers hope to children, youth and families through a nurturing, Christian community.

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Personal Information

Have you worked for Methodist Children's Home before?
Yes No
If yes, When? Where?

Are you available to work additional hours when necessary?
Yes No Different Shifts?

Do you have an active drivers license? Yes No
NOTE: You must have an active drivers license for all positions.

Have you had 3 or more traffic violations or accidents in the last 3 years?
Yes No Where?

Have you been arrested, convicted, or have you pleaded guilty or no contest (nolo contendere) to a felony or misdemeanor (anywhere)?
Yes No Details?

Do you have criminal charges pending against you at this time?
Yes No Charges?

If the answer to any of the previous questions is yes, please explain.

Employment History

Beginning with your current or most recent job, complete the following information for both full-time and part-time jobs. Please account for all time periods. Methodist Children’s Home may contact these companies regarding employment unless noted below.

Additional Information Required For
Youth Care Worker/Counselor Applicants

Note: If this section is not applicable to your desired position, please type “NA” in each box.

Youth Care Workers (Homeparents) are on duty with the youth 24 hours each day for 7 day rotations.

Youth Care Counselors are shift workers working 8 to 12 hours per shift up to 40 hours per week.

Describe work, volunteer or personal experiences in supervising groups of children.

Why do you feel that group child/youth care work is the right occupation for you?

Please share any other comments relating to working with a group of children/youth on a daily basis.

Additional Questions

Describe any skills, strengths or experiences which would help you in the job you desire here.

Have you lived in any other cities in the State of Texas? If so, please list cities.
Yes No

Have you lived outside the State of Texas within the last 5 years? If so, please list states.
Yes No

Have you terminated employment with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (TDFPS) within the last 365 days?
Yes No If yes, provide Termination Date:

Have you worked for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (TDFPS) within the last 4 years?
Yes No If so, provide employment dates.
Start Date: End Date:

Education

Personal References

Important - Read Carefully

Employment at Methodist Children’s Home involves working with troubled children and may be very stressful at times. Any past experience with emotional or nervous disorders should be considered prior to accepting a position with this organization.

If hired, I agree to conform to the policies and procedures of Methodist Children’s Home. I understand that my employment may be terminated at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice, at the option of either the employee or Methodist Children’s Home.

I authorize Methodist Children’s Home or its representative to verify any information contained in this application and/or the attachments. I further authorize Methodist Children’s Home to verify and/or secure other information relating to my employment with Methodist Children’s Home including but not limited to: education and training data, previous employment data, driving records, and arrest/conviction records, etc.

I agree that any misrepresentations made by me on the application or during related interviews may result in the withdrawal of an offer of employment or termination of employment if I have begun work without any obligation or liability to me except for payment of actual services rendered.

	Name and Location	Specialization	Years Attended	Degree/Diploma
High School
College/University
Other Education

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