Couples Flex Houseparents: Live-in Student Home Mentors

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Housing and meals on duty

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus homes, guiding 8–13 students daily with supervision and mentorship. They follow a nine-on, three-off cycle and later transition to a placed home with the same group of students.

The role emphasizes healthy routines, devotions, and Chapel attendance, plus budgeting oversight and reporting. A two-person, married couple with strong youth experience is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples 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.
• 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 restrictions: fish and one dog of approved breeds only.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Integrity and professionalism; 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 and recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Couples team

On-campus housing experience

Vehicle operation

Adherence to campus rules

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus homes, guiding 8–13 students daily with supervision and mentorship. They follow a nine-on, three-off cycle and later transition to a placed home with the same group of students.

The role emphasizes healthy routines, devotions, and Chapel attendance, plus budgeting oversight and reporting. A two-person, married couple with strong youth experience is required.