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Guardian Light is always looking for passionate caseworkers and support staff who are committed to making a difference in children's lives. Explore current openings below.

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What does professional development look like at GLFS?

Guardian Light invests heavily in employee development. All staff receive paid onboarding training, and ongoing professional development is built into the role. Foster care and family support specialists complete regular continuing education, and the agency supports tuition reimbursement for those pursuing relevant degrees or certifications.

Does GLFS hire across all of Nebraska?

Yes. Guardian Light operates statewide with offices in Scottsbluff, Sidney, North Platte, Kearney, Lincoln, and Omaha — and serves all 93 Nebraska counties. We regularly have openings across the state, including rural areas. If you don't see a role near you, apply and note your preferred region.

Do I need a degree to work at GLFS?

Requirements vary by role. Therapist and skill builder positions typically require relevant degrees or licensure. Other roles — including family support workers and visitation supervisors — may have different requirements. Each job posting on our careers page lists the specific qualifications needed.

What benefits does GLFS offer employees?

Guardian Light offers paid training, weekend pay differential, mileage reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, referral bonuses, and MASA emergency air transport coverage.

What positions does GLFS hire for?

Guardian Light hires foster care specialists, family support workers, in-home therapists, skill builders, visitation supervisors, drug testing specialists, and administrative staff. We operate statewide, so openings exist across Nebraska — from the Panhandle to the Omaha metro.

Guardian Light & it's team exemplifies the transformative impact of family support and foster care by creating nurturing environments where children can heal, grow, and thrive. This company really does stand out for its unwavering commitment to matching children with compassionate, well-prepared foster families and offering ongoing support to both the children and caregivers!
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Jessica Kenyon
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This company is such a necessary part to the foster care system. This is vital for the community, these foster care homes to help these children
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David Karmazin
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The dedication and values of this company and the team are inspiring. If you're considering opening your hearts and home to a child or children in need, I would encourage you to contact this team.
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Jessica Riley
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Nebraska-wide Service

Serving All 93 Nebraska Counties.

We are Nebraska's only family support and foster care organization that is 100% distributed.

We work all across Nebraska so we can serve families all over Nebraska.

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Impact across Nebraska
Hundreds of youth and families find hope and support through our caring foster network, building brighter futures for Nebraskans together.
Statewide Service
We're a distributed team, which means we have caring and supportive team members all over the state to  provide service to all 93 of Nebraska's counties.
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With Visitation Centers in North Platte, Kearney, Sidney, Scottsbluff, and Omaha we're here to support your families no matter where you live.
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