Flexible Houseparents for Student Homes - Couples

Confidential; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing included

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking a full-time Flex Houseparent couple to reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, supervision, and support for a group of 8–13 students. This two-person role requires a legally married couple with strong commitment to student development and campus values.

The position begins with a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, with progression to a placed houseparent living arrangement.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married 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 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 Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services.
• High school diploma or GED required.

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 students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Couples partnership

Mentorship

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking a full-time Flex Houseparent couple to reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, supervision, and support for a group of 8–13 students. This two-person role requires a legally married couple with strong commitment to student development and campus values.

The position begins with a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, with progression to a placed houseparent living arrangement.