Couples Live-In Youth Development Houseparents

Milton Hershey School; Belvidere (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and meals on duty

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking full-time Flex Houseparents (two-person, married couple) to live on campus in Hershey, PA. The role provides care, guidance, supervision and support for a group of 8–13 students, including daily routines, activities, devotions, and chapel attendance.

Responsibilities include supervising students, managing household schedules, driving to activities, and budgeting. Compensation includes housing, meals, and comprehensive benefits; relocation/training support is

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 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.
• 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 attending Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel (proselytizing prohibited).
• 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 of a group of 8–13 students.
• 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 Sunday Chapel attendance.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.
• Initially supporting various student homes on a 9-on/3-off cycle; later transitioning to a placed houseparent role.

Skills

Youth work experience

Driver's license

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School is seeking full-time Flex Houseparents (two-person, married couple) to live on campus in Hershey, PA. The role provides care, guidance, supervision and support for a group of 8–13 students, including daily routines, activities, devotions, and chapel attendance.

Responsibilities include supervising students, managing household schedules, driving to activities, and budgeting. Compensation includes housing, meals, and comprehensive benefits; relocation/training support is