Couples Live-In Flex Houseparents — Youth Care Leaders

Confidential; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing included

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is hiring married couples for Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, and supervision for 8–13 students.

The role follows a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, with transition to a placed houseparent role over time. Benefits include salary per person of $46,917, plus comprehensive insurance, retirement options, and housing/meals while on duty.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Couples must be legally 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.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willing to become certified to drive student home vans.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth experience

Couple eligibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is hiring married couples for Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, and supervision for 8–13 students.

The role follows a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, with transition to a placed houseparent role over time. Benefits include salary per person of $46,917, plus comprehensive insurance, retirement options, and housing/meals while on duty.