Couple Flex Houseparents for Youth Development (On-Campus)

Milton Hershey School; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Housing provided

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks two-person couples for Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus homes, guiding 8–13 students daily and coordinating schedules, activities, and devotions.

The role includes managing routines, supervising care, and ensuring student wellness while supporting a family-like environment that fosters academic and social growth. Competitive benefits and housing are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship
• Managing household routines and student schedules
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness
• Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Youth supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks two-person couples for Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus homes, guiding 8–13 students daily and coordinating schedules, activities, and devotions.

The role includes managing routines, supervising care, and ensuring student wellness while supporting a family-like environment that fosters academic and social growth. Competitive benefits and housing are provided.