Full-Time Flex Houseparent (Couple)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples for full-time Flex Houseparent roles, living in on-campus student homes and supervising a group of 8–13 students. The position rotates a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, with a pathway to a placed houseparent role living with the same group.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, mentoring, scheduling, wellness, and leading devotions. Benefits include health coverage, retirement options, relocation support, and paid time off.

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 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.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models for students.

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 work

Couple requirement

Age 27+

Dependent limit

Campus rules

Pet policy

Driver's license

Devotions leadership

Physical ability

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples for full-time Flex Houseparent roles, living in on-campus student homes and supervising a group of 8–13 students. The position rotates a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, with a pathway to a placed houseparent role living with the same group.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, mentoring, scheduling, wellness, and leading devotions. Benefits include health coverage, retirement options, relocation support, and paid time off.