Couples: Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks a Full-time Flex Houseparent couple to live in on-campus student homes and provide daily supervision, mentorship, and guidance for 8-13 students.

The role features a nine-on/three-off schedule, transition to placed houseparent, salary of $46,917 per person plus full benefits and housing; couples must be legally married for at least two years and both be 27+. This is a life-changing career dedicated to student success.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples, 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 while on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one approved dog.
• 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 (proselytizing prohibited).
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; 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 and planning/engaging in developmental and recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Team collaboration

Driving duties

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks a Full-time Flex Houseparent couple to live in on-campus student homes and provide daily supervision, mentorship, and guidance for 8-13 students.

The role features a nine-on/three-off schedule, transition to placed houseparent, salary of $46,917 per person plus full benefits and housing; couples must be legally married for at least two years and both be 27+. This is a life-changing career dedicated to student success.