Couple Flex Houseparents for Student Homes

Milton Hershey School; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals provided

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. The couple will reside on campus and supervise a group of 8–13 students, guiding academic, emotional, and social development. A nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule initially applies, transitioning to a stable student-home assignment.

Salary and benefits accompany this unique role, with housing and meals included, plus medical/dental/vision coverage and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student vans.
• Comfort leading daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship to students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and oversee student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and plan developmental/recreational events.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Teamwork for couples

Youth mentorship

Budgeting basics

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Van certification

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. The couple will reside on campus and supervise a group of 8–13 students, guiding academic, emotional, and social development. A nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule initially applies, transitioning to a stable student-home assignment.

Salary and benefits accompany this unique role, with housing and meals included, plus medical/dental/vision coverage and retirement options.