Full-Time Flex Houseparent (Couples) - Student Home Mentor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Housing and meals while on duty

Paid time off

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 and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8–13 students.

The schedule begins with nine consecutive days on duty followed by three off; later you transition to a Placed Houseparent living in the same home. Benefits include salary per person $46,917, plus comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement options, and relocation

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 in the home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; alcohol not permitted on duty.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship to students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and ensure student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and participate in developmental/recreational activities.
• Lead daily devotions and attend Sunday Chapel with students.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Couple candidate

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

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 and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8–13 students.

The schedule begins with nine consecutive days on duty followed by three off; later you transition to a Placed Houseparent living in the same home. Benefits include salary per person $46,917, plus comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement options, and relocation