Full-Time Couple Houseparents — On-Campus Student Homes

Confidential; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

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, provide care and supervision for 8–13 students, and support academic, emotional, and social development in a structured family-like environment.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, scheduling, transportation, devotions, and budgeting. Eligible couples must be married at least two years, both 27+, and hold a high school diploma or GED.

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.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship of 8–13 students.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Driving students to activities and planning development and recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Couples collaboration

Leadership

Safety awareness

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, provide care and supervision for 8–13 students, and support academic, emotional, and social development in a structured family-like environment.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, scheduling, transportation, devotions, and budgeting. Eligible couples must be married at least two years, both 27+, and hold a high school diploma or GED.