Couples Wanted: Full-Time Flex Houseparents

Confidential; Blue Island (IL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals provided on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is hiring full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, supervision, and guidance for a group of 8–13 students.

The schedule starts with nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off, with transition to a placed home later. Benefits include salary per person, free housing, meals while on duty, and comprehensive health and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-year minimum commitment for couples.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship for students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and ensure student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and engage in developmental/recreational planning.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Experience with youth

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is hiring full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, supervision, and guidance for a group of 8–13 students.

The schedule starts with nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off, with transition to a placed home later. Benefits include salary per person, free housing, meals while on duty, and comprehensive health and retirement options.