Couples: Full-Time On-Campus Youth Development Houseparents

Milton Hershey School; Portage (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Housing included

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking married couples to serve as Full‑time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on‑campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for 8‑13 students daily.

The role begins with nine on/three off days and advances to a placed houseparent living arrangement with the same group of students. Salary is $46,917 per person, with total compensation per couple near $180,000 including free housing, meals on duty, utilities, and more;

Qualifications

• 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 on duty.
• Pet restrictions: 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.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking married couples to serve as Full‑time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on‑campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for 8‑13 students daily.

The role begins with nine on/three off days and advances to a placed houseparent living arrangement with the same group of students. Salary is $46,917 per person, with total compensation per couple near $180,000 including free housing, meals on duty, utilities, and more;