Couples Flex Houseparents — On-Campus Youth Development

Confidential; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, supervision, and support for around 8–13 students per home.

The role starts with nine days on, followed by three days off and progresses to a placed houseparent living with the same students. Compensation includes a per-person salary of $46,917 and total couple compensation around $180,000, plus comprehensive benefits and

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 campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to drive student vans.
• Ability to lead daily devotions and Sunday Chapel attendance.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship to students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and ensure student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and plan developmental/recreational events.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Two-person couple role

Age 27+

Non-smoking campus commitment

No alcohol on duty

Integrity and professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license (US)

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, supervision, and support for around 8–13 students per home.

The role starts with nine days on, followed by three days off and progresses to a placed houseparent living with the same students. Compensation includes a per-person salary of $46,917 and total couple compensation around $180,000, plus comprehensive benefits and