Couples Live-In Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents (couples) to live in on-campus student homes and guide 8-13 students daily. The role blends supervision, mentorship, and activity planning to support students' academic, emotional and social growth.

The couples work a nine-on/three-off cycle, with progression to a placed houseparent role. Benefits include housing, meals while on duty, and comprehensive insurance options.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience working with youth

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents (couples) to live in on-campus student homes and guide 8-13 students daily. The role blends supervision, mentorship, and activity planning to support students' academic, emotional and social growth.

The couples work a nine-on/three-off cycle, with progression to a placed houseparent role. Benefits include housing, meals while on duty, and comprehensive insurance options.