What is a Proctor Parent?
A proctor parent is similar to a foster parent. Proctor parenting is a higher level of care which provides more support for the youth, their biological family, and the proctor.
Your role as a proctor parent is to:
- provide a safe and nurturing home environment
- provide structure and guidance
- teach basic living skills
- teach self-sufficiency skills
- act as a positive role model
- encourage the youth to maintain and develop positive relationships
- integrate the youth into your household
- user approved constructive discipline
Financial Compensation
Proctors are paid between $19.00 and $23.00/day per youth. Additionally, each youth receives $60.00/month for clothing and personal needs allowance. All of their medical, dental, and school needs are covered without cost to you.
You Are Not Alone
CBTS offers proctor parents additional assistance and support in fulfilling their role.
Each youth placed in a proctor home is assigned a highly trained program specialist to provide:
- 24/7 crisis intervention
- assistance and support for the youth and the proctor
- links to outside community services
- access to employment and educational opportunities
- weekly meetings with the proctor to evaluate the youth's progress toward their individualized goals
CBTS also offers paid monthly training on relevant topics.
Proctor Parent Qualifications
In order to become a licensed proctor parent you must meet the following requirements:
- must be 21 years of age or older
- be able to pass a background screening that checks for criminal charges and adult/child abuse charges
- be certified in CPR and First Aid
- have adequate space in your home
- be physically and emotionally stable
- must have a stable income sufficient to maintain your household needs
- have reasonable expectations for the youth in your home
- accept the youth's relationship with his/her natural parents
Frequently Asked Questions
"Why are these youth in custody?"
They have been removed from their home and placed into custody of either Division of Child and Family Services or Division of Juvenile Justice Services.
"What are the ages of the youth?"
CBTS generally works with both males and females between ages 12 and 18 years of age.
"Can I choose the youth I allow into my home?"
Yes, CBTS has an interview process where you meet the youth prior to placement. You determine whether they will be a good fit in your home.
"How many youth can I have placed in my home?"
You can have up to three youth in your home if you have adequate space.
"Can I be a proctor parent if I am single or work?"
CBTS is in need of individuals, couples, and families to be proctor parents. The majority of our proctor parents work outside the home.
For additional information, contact:
Lori Nadeau
801-268-4044
