Couples Wanted: Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Students

Milton Hershey School; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School located in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes, guiding 8–13 students and maintaining routines, supervision, and wellbeing.

After initial duty cycle, a placed role advances within the same home. Qualifications include 2+ years married, both spouses 27+, high school diploma or GED, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Couples must be 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.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• 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/developing developmental and recreational activities with students
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Youth experience

Couple coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School located in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes, guiding 8–13 students and maintaining routines, supervision, and wellbeing.

After initial duty cycle, a placed role advances within the same home. Qualifications include 2+ years married, both spouses 27+, high school diploma or GED, and ability to lift 50 lbs.