Couples Wanted: Full-Time Flex Houseparents in Hershey, PA

Confidential; Maroa (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation aid

Paid training

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Retirement savings

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents who reside in on-campus homes to supervise and mentor groups of 8–13 students, guiding their academic, emotional, and social growth.

The role requires a married couple (at least two years), both 27+, a clean driving record, and a commitment to a smoke-free, alcohol-free campus. Compensation includes housing, meals on duty, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married at least two years.
• Both spouses must be 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children in home.
• Smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism as role models.

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 Sunday Chapel attendance.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Experience with youth

Couple requirement

Ages 27+

Safety policies

Team leadership

Adaptability

Mentorship

Devotions/Chapel

Driving ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

N/A

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents who reside in on-campus homes to supervise and mentor groups of 8–13 students, guiding their academic, emotional, and social growth.

The role requires a married couple (at least two years), both 27+, a clean driving record, and a commitment to a smoke-free, alcohol-free campus. Compensation includes housing, meals on duty, and benefits.