Couple Houseparents: On-Campus Student Mentors

Confidential; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is seeking married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this on-campus role, you reside in student homes, provide care and mentorship for 8–13 students, and help create a structured, family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social growth.

The nine-on, three-off schedule starts on hire, with potential transition to a placed houseparent living with the same group.

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.
• Relocation to Hershey, PA may be offered.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student vans.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

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 accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth work

Married couple team

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is seeking married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this on-campus role, you reside in student homes, provide care and mentorship for 8–13 students, and help create a structured, family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social growth.

The nine-on, three-off schedule starts on hire, with potential transition to a placed houseparent living with the same group.