Huck House is Hiring!

Since 1970, Huck House has been opening doors for Central Ohio’s youth. We shelter, support, and guide youth facing challenges with hope and opportunity. Our vision is a community where all youth thrive, no matter their journey. We show up each day to live our values – with youth and with our co-workers: 

Advocacy – We champion youth experiencing challenge and we promise to elevate their needs in our community with dignity and respect.

Solace – The housing we provide is more than a roof over their heads, it is a safe haven where youth can heal, recover, and grow.

Authenticity – We meet youth where they are, build connections, and are adaptable in our approach to navigate their unique needs and circumstances.

Compassion – All are welcome through our doors, regardless of their backgrounds, with a spirit of inclusivity and belonging.

Impact – Our programs are informed by the lived experiences of the youth we serve, our decisions are based on research and data, and we are innovative leaders in our fulfillment of mission.

We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefits. What you can expect from Huckleberry House: 

  • An organization structure that guarantees support, feedback, and collaboration.
  • Professional development and internal promotion opportunities
  • 30 days PTO
  • 401(k) 2% match
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
    • Insurance begins the 1st of the following month you are hired
  • Low-cost Telehealth option
  • Employer paid:
    • EAP
    • Short term disability
    • Long term disability
    • Life insurance
    • Parental leave
  • University discount for undergraduate and graduate programs at Franklin University
  • Mileage reimbursement for community-based work (if applicable)

If you are looking for a place where your expertise will make an impact and be celebrated by your co-workers, we hope you will consider joining our team. Click here to see current opportunities.

Items we need:

Clothing and Personal Items

  • Underwear
  • Sweatpants (Youth M – Adult XXL)
  • Sweatshirts (Youth M – Adult XXL)
  • Shorts (Youth M – Adult XXL)
  • T-shirts (Youth M – Adult XXL)
  • Socks
  • Wallets
  • Earbuds

          Please note that we are unable to accept any used clothing items.

General Supplies

  • Composition notebooks/journals
  • Adult coloring books
  • Colored pencils
  • Art supplies
  • “Smell goods” (i.e. Bath & Body Works)

Toiletries and Hygiene Products

  • Deodorant
  • Shampoo and conditioner*
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Body soap*
  • Tootbrushes and toothpaste*
  • Brushes and combs
  • Ethnic hair care products

    The * denotes that the item must be in a full size bottle.

Misellaneous Items

  • Baby items
  • Pillows
  • Solid color twin comforters and sheet sets
  • Kitchen utensils, general cleaning and laundry supplies, picture frames
  • Non-perishable food items for youth outreach (crackers, cup of soup, fruit snacks, chips)
  • Gift cards from $5 to $25 for fast food restaurants, grocery stores, gas stations
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