Couples Flex Houseparent | On-Campus Youth Mentor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing on campus

Meals provided on duty

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents—a two-person, on-campus role caring for 8‑13 students in a family‑like home. Couples reside in student homes, overseeing routines, activities, devotions, and student welfare.

Initially this nine-on/three-off schedule leads to a Placed Houseparent position with continued housing, meals on duty, and a strong emphasis on integrity, mentorship, and daily support for students’ academic and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
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• Two-spouse married couple requirement (27+).
• U.S. driver’s license and ability to drive student vans.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• No more than three dependent children in the home.
• Proselytizing prohibited; attend Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel.

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 Chapel attendance.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Mentoring

Teamwork

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents—a two-person, on-campus role caring for 8‑13 students in a family‑like home. Couples reside in student homes, overseeing routines, activities, devotions, and student welfare.

Initially this nine-on/three-off schedule leads to a Placed Houseparent position with continued housing, meals on duty, and a strong emphasis on integrity, mentorship, and daily support for students’ academic and personal growth.