Couples: Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Meals while on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents for a two-person, on-campus role. Couples live in student homes, supervise 8–13 students, and support their academic, emotional, and social development.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, schedules, devotions, and budgeting. Requires two years married, 27+, high school diploma or GED, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• This is a 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.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and planning developmental/recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.
• Transitioning from rotating duties to a placed houseparent role.

Skills

Youth experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents for a two-person, on-campus role. Couples live in student homes, supervise 8–13 students, and support their academic, emotional, and social development.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, schedules, devotions, and budgeting. Requires two years married, 27+, high school diploma or GED, and ability to lift 50 lbs.