Flex Houseparents for Youth Development (Couples)

Confidential; North Royalton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is hiring full-time Flex Houseparents couples to live on campus and care for a group of 8-13 students. The role involves supervision, scheduling, wellness checks, and active engagement in student development and devotional activities.

The position requires a married couple with at least two years together, both aged 27+, and a high school diploma or GED. Compensation includes housing, meals, and comprehensive benefits.

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 permitted while on duty
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students
• This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career and life choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship
• Managing household routines and student schedules
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness
• Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, is hiring full-time Flex Houseparents couples to live on campus and care for a group of 8-13 students. The role involves supervision, scheduling, wellness checks, and active engagement in student development and devotional activities.

The position requires a married couple with at least two years together, both aged 27+, and a high school diploma or GED. Compensation includes housing, meals, and comprehensive benefits.