Couples Full-Time Flex Houseparents — Youth Development

Confidential; St. Marys (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Meals during duty

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full‑time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on‑campus homes and supervise a group of 8‑13 students, guiding academic, emotional, and social development in a structured, family‑like setting.

Initial duties cover nine days on/three off, with transition to a fixed home with the same students. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and housing plus paid training and PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role; couples must be legally married for at least two years.
• Spouses must be age 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Commitment to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youthwork experience

Couple eligibility

Leadership & mentorship

Lift 50 lbs

Integrity & professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license (US)

Vans certification ability

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full‑time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on‑campus homes and supervise a group of 8‑13 students, guiding academic, emotional, and social development in a structured, family‑like setting.

Initial duties cover nine days on/three off, with transition to a fixed home with the same students. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and housing plus paid training and PTO.