Full-Time Flex Houseparents (Couple)

Milton Hershey School; Esmond (ND); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings and flexible spending

Life insurance and disability options

Retirement savings

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents. They reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students.

Flex Houseparents follow a nine days on / three days off schedule, with transition to a placed houseparent role living with the same group. The position includes comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and paid training.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-year marriage minimum for couples.
• Both spouses aged 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children in the home.
• Campus must be smoke-free and weapon-free; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limits: fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student vans.
• Ability to lead daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services; proselytizing prohibited.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship.
• 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 accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Van driving certification

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents. They reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students.

Flex Houseparents follow a nine days on / three days off schedule, with transition to a placed houseparent role living with the same group. The position includes comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and paid training.