Flex Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Housing included

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) 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 lead daily devotions, manage schedules, and coordinate activities, with initial placement across homes. This is a two-person role for couples who meet the eligibility criteria.

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.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

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 and recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying Sundays Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.
• Initially support various student homes with a nine-on/three-off schedule.

Skills

Experience working or volunteering

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) 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 lead daily devotions, manage schedules, and coordinate activities, with initial placement across homes. This is a two-person role for couples who meet the eligibility criteria.