Couples: Flex Houseparents — $180K/yr + Free Housing

Confidential; Irwinton (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus homes, supervising and guiding 8–13 students to support their academic, emotional, and social growth.

The position starts with a nine-on, three-off cycle, with transition to a placed houseparent role over time. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-year marriage minimum for couples.
• Both spouses must be 27 years or older.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol while on duty.
• Pet restrictions: fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student vans.
• Ability to lead devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth experience

Mentoring

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus homes, supervising and guiding 8–13 students to support their academic, emotional, and social growth.

The position starts with a nine-on, three-off cycle, with transition to a placed houseparent role over time. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, and relocation assistance.