Couples: Flexible Live-In Houseparents for Students

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

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks a married couple to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. They reside in on-campus student homes, provide daily supervision, mentorship, and support for 8-13 students, creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters academic, emotional, and social growth.

Initially, couples support multiple homes on a rotating schedule and transition to a placed houseparent role, with duties including driving, budgeting oversight, and leading daily

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples 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.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.

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 activities.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks a married couple to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. They reside in on-campus student homes, provide daily supervision, mentorship, and support for 8-13 students, creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters academic, emotional, and social growth.

Initially, couples support multiple homes on a rotating schedule and transition to a placed houseparent role, with duties including driving, budgeting oversight, and leading daily