Couples Houseparents: Live-in Student Homes (Full-time)

Confidential; Harpers Ferry (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary per person

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, and supervision for 8–13 students while supporting academic, emotional, and social development.

Initial duties involve nine days on, three off, then transition to a Placed Houseparent living with the same students. Benefits include salary per person, comprehensive health options, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license or ability to become certified to drive student vans.

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.

Skills

Experience with youth

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, and supervision for 8–13 students while supporting academic, emotional, and social development.

Initial duties involve nine days on, three off, then transition to a Placed Houseparent living with the same students. Benefits include salary per person, comprehensive health options, and relocation assistance.