Couples: Live-In Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; Weston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing included

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks a dedicated two-person team to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, supervise about 8–13 students, and guide academic, emotional, and social development.

The role evolves from initial placement to a Placed Houseparent with ongoing responsibility for a single student home; benefits include housing, meals on duty, and comprehensive coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-year married status for couples.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Campus is smoke-free and weapon-free; no alcohol on duty.
• Pets limited to fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Leading daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel (proselytizing prohibited).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models.
• For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and planning development and recreation.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.
• Nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off.
• On weekdays, unscheduled time while students are at school.
• Transitioning to Placed Houseparent living with the same group.

Skills

Youth experience

Driver's license

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks a dedicated two-person team to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, supervise about 8–13 students, and guide academic, emotional, and social development.

The role evolves from initial placement to a Placed Houseparent with ongoing responsibility for a single student home; benefits include housing, meals on duty, and comprehensive coverage.