Couple Houseparents - Flexible, Full-Time Student Mentors

Confidential; Helen (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in student homes and provide daily supervision, mentorship, and support for 8–13 students, fostering a structured, family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social development.

The role starts with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with progression to a placed houseparent.

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.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and planning developmental/recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and chapel attendance.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in student homes and provide daily supervision, mentorship, and support for 8–13 students, fostering a structured, family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social development.

The role starts with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with progression to a placed houseparent.