Couple Houseparents: On-Campus Mentors for Students

Confidential; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live on campus in student homes, supervise 8–13 students, and provide guidance, structure, and daily care to support academic, emotional, and social development.

The role includes managing routines, supervising activities, administering medications, transportation to activities, leading devotions, and handling budgeting and reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role; couples must be 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 on duty.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and planning development and recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and Sunday Chapel services.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth work

Two-person role

Household management

Valid driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live on campus in student homes, supervise 8–13 students, and provide guidance, structure, and daily care to support academic, emotional, and social development.

The role includes managing routines, supervising activities, administering medications, transportation to activities, leading devotions, and handling budgeting and reporting.