Couples: Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus housing

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks a married couple to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents, living in on-campus student homes and supporting a group of 8-13 students. You will provide care, guidance, supervision and a family-like environment to help students reach their potential.

The role starts with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with potential progression to a Placed Houseparent living with the same students.

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.
• 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.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS 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, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Youth work experience

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, living in on-campus student homes and supporting a group of 8-13 students. You will provide care, guidance, supervision and a family-like environment to help students reach their potential.

The role starts with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with potential progression to a Placed Houseparent living with the same students.