Couples: Live-In Youth Development Houseparents

Confidential; University Heights (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Free on-campus housing

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents—a two-person, married couple to live in on-campus homes, supervise 8–13 students, and guide their academic, emotional, and social development.

The roles involve daily supervision, scheduling, devotions, budgeting, transport duties, and active engagement in recreational and developmental activities. Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license, with on-campus housing and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• This is a two-person role for couples 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.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while 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 accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• 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, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Youth supervision

Couple teamwork

Valid driver’s license

Lift 50 lbs

Integrity

Marriage requirement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Van certification

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents—a two-person, married couple to live in on-campus homes, supervise 8–13 students, and guide their academic, emotional, and social development.

The roles involve daily supervision, scheduling, devotions, budgeting, transport duties, and active engagement in recreational and developmental activities. Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license, with on-campus housing and comprehensive benefits.