Couples: Flex Houseparents for Live-In Student Homes

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

Milton Hershey School, located in Hershey, PA, seeks two-person Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and supervise 8–13 students. The role begins with a nine-days-on/three-days-off schedule and transitions to a placed home.

The job includes mentoring, coordinating routines, transporting students, leading devotions, and managing budgets. A strong commitment to student success is essential.

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.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Valid U.S. drivers license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students.

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 mentorship

Couples teamwork

Professionalism

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School, located in Hershey, PA, seeks two-person Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and supervise 8–13 students. The role begins with a nine-days-on/three-days-off schedule and transitions to a placed home.

The job includes mentoring, coordinating routines, transporting students, leading devotions, and managing budgets. A strong commitment to student success is essential.