Couples: Full-Time Live-In Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; Gladewater (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary included for each person

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is seeking married couples to work as Full-time Flex Houseparents. You will reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, supervision, and support for 8-13 students, promoting academic, emotional, and social growth in a structured, family-like environment.

The role begins with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with progression to a placed houseparent. Competitive salary, housing, meals, and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Couples role: both spouses married 2+ years.
• Both spouses aged 27+.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to a smoke-free campus and no alcohol on duty.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship to students.
• Manage household routines and schedules.
• Administer medications and monitor student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and plan development/recreational events.
• Lead daily devotions and Sunday Chapel attendance.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Van certification

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is seeking married couples to work as Full-time Flex Houseparents. You will reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, supervision, and support for 8-13 students, promoting academic, emotional, and social growth in a structured, family-like environment.

The role begins with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with progression to a placed houseparent. Competitive salary, housing, meals, and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.