Couples: Full-Time Flex Houseparents, Youth Development

Milton Hershey School; Earlville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability options

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students, creating a structured, family-like environment that supports academic and personal growth.

The position includes a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, path to Placed Houseparent, and comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, paid training, and time off.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-year married status requirement for couples.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and engaging in developmental and recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students, creating a structured, family-like environment that supports academic and personal growth.

The position includes a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, path to Placed Houseparent, and comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, paid training, and time off.