Couples: Flexible Houseparents for Student Homes

Milton Hershey School; Mountain Grove (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, caring for 8–13 students and guiding their academic, emotional, and social development.

The role starts with nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with a path to a placed houseparent living arrangement. Salary per person is $46,917 plus housing, meals when on duty, and other benefits.

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.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth mentorship

Child supervision

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, caring for 8–13 students and guiding their academic, emotional, and social development.

The role starts with nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with a path to a placed houseparent living arrangement. Salary per person is $46,917 plus housing, meals when on duty, and other benefits.