Couples Flex Houseparents — Youth Development Homes

Confidential; El Cerrito (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking two married individuals to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. The role involves living in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, supervision, and development support for a group of 8-13 students.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, routines, medications, transportation to activities, and leading devotions. The position transitions to a placed houseparent over time, with comprehensive benefits and housing included.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth
• Two-year married couple requirement
• 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 on duty
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship
• 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
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Driver's license

Physical strength

Youth mentorship

Leadership devotions

Safety compliance

Marital status requirement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking two married individuals to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. The role involves living in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, supervision, and development support for a group of 8-13 students.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, routines, medications, transportation to activities, and leading devotions. The position transitions to a placed houseparent over time, with comprehensive benefits and housing included.