Flex Houseparents (Couple) — Student Home Care & Mentorship

Milton Hershey School; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks full-time Flex Houseparents. A married couple lives in on-campus student homes, supervising 8–13 students and fostering a family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social growth.

Role begins with nine consecutive days on duty, transitioning to Placed Houseparent; benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement, relocation help, and paid training. Requires high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• 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 on duty.
• Pet limits: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth mentorship

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks full-time Flex Houseparents. A married couple lives in on-campus student homes, supervising 8–13 students and fostering a family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social growth.

Role begins with nine consecutive days on duty, transitioning to Placed Houseparent; benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement, relocation help, and paid training. Requires high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.