Couples Live-In Youth Caregivers (Flex Houseparents)

Confidential; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples for Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes, guiding 8–13 students and creating a family-like, structured environment focused on academics and personal growth.

The role starts with nine days on, three off, with eventual placement in a fixed home. Salary per person is about $46,917 with comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, paid training, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married 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 on duty.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up 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 developmental/recreational activities
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Experience with youth

Two-year married for two-person role

Spouses aged 27+

Able to lift 50 lbs

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Lead devotions / chapel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples for Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes, guiding 8–13 students and creating a family-like, structured environment focused on academics and personal growth.

The role starts with nine days on, three off, with eventual placement in a fixed home. Salary per person is about $46,917 with comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, paid training, and PTO.