Couples Flex Houseparents for On-Campus Youth Homes

Confidential; Ferron (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus student homes and provide care and supervision for 8–13 students. The role evolves from nine days on, three off, to a placed houseparent with continued family-like duties.

The position includes mentorship, daily routines, transportation, devotions, budgeting, and reporting, with comprehensive benefits and housing included.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples legally married at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• High school diploma or GED required.

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

Experience with youth

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus student homes and provide care and supervision for 8–13 students. The role evolves from nine days on, three off, to a placed houseparent with continued family-like duties.

The position includes mentorship, daily routines, transportation, devotions, budgeting, and reporting, with comprehensive benefits and housing included.