Couples Houseparents — On-Campus Youth Development

Confidential; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

On‑campus housing

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

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, providing care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8‑13 students living in the home.

Flex Houseparents start by supporting various homes with a nine consecutive days on duty, then transition to a Placed Houseparent role. Responsibilities include daily supervision, routines, medications, driving to activities, leading

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married for at least two years.
• Both spouses aged 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 during duty.
• Pet limitations: 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.
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and Sunday Chapel services.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models.

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

Youth mentorship

Student supervision

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

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, providing care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8‑13 students living in the home.

Flex Houseparents start by supporting various homes with a nine consecutive days on duty, then transition to a Placed Houseparent role. Responsibilities include daily supervision, routines, medications, driving to activities, leading