Couples Flex Houseparent — Youth Development & Guidance

Confidential; Arcade (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes and mentor a group of 8–13 students, guiding academic, emotional, and social development.

The role starts with a nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off, with prospects to a placed houseparent position. The position offers salary per person at about $46,917 plus full benefits, relocation assistance, paid training, and time off.

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.
• 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 accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting
• Initially supporting various student homes with a nine-on/three-off schedule

Skills

Experience with youth

Two-person role

Clean driving record

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes and mentor a group of 8–13 students, guiding academic, emotional, and social development.

The role starts with a nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off, with prospects to a placed houseparent position. The position offers salary per person at about $46,917 plus full benefits, relocation assistance, paid training, and time off.