Couples: Full-Time Flex Houseparents - Live & Mentor Students

Confidential; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Meals while on duty

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is seeking Full-time Flex Houseparents who will live in on-campus student homes and support 8–13 students. The role starts with a 9-on, 3-off schedule, with eventual placement in a fixed student home to provide stability and mentoring.

Both spouses must apply individually, must be married at least two years, and be 27+ years old. The position includes housing, meals on duty, and a strong benefits package as part of a unique life-changing career.

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.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while 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 accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• 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 experience

Couples collaboration

Driver's license

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is seeking Full-time Flex Houseparents who will live in on-campus student homes and support 8–13 students. The role starts with a 9-on, 3-off schedule, with eventual placement in a fixed student home to provide stability and mentoring.

Both spouses must apply individually, must be married at least two years, and be 27+ years old. The position includes housing, meals on duty, and a strong benefits package as part of a unique life-changing career.