Flex Houseparents (Couple) — Live-On Campus Mentors

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students living in the home.

Flex Houseparents follow a nine consecutive days on duty, then three days off schedule and can transition to a Placed Houseparent role living with the same group. Benefits include housing, meals while on duty, and comprehensive coverage.

Qualifications

• Two-person couple role for married couples
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the home
• Commitment to a 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
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; 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 developmental/recreational activities
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Experience with youth

Physical ability 50 lbs

Driving ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students living in the home.

Flex Houseparents follow a nine consecutive days on duty, then three days off schedule and can transition to a Placed Houseparent role living with the same group. Benefits include housing, meals while on duty, and comprehensive coverage.