Full-Time Flex Houseparents – Couples (Live-In)

Confidential

Mount Vernon (IL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 52,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Utilities included

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks full-time Flex Houseparents, a two-person couple who will live in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision for 8-13 students, fostering a structured, family-like environment. The role includes mentoring, scheduling, medication administration, transportation to activities, devotions, and weekly budgeting/reporting.

Couples must be married at least two years, both spouses 27+, and hold a high school diploma or GED; driver license

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.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty.
Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
Managing household routines and student schedules.
Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
Driving students to activities and planning development and recreational activities with students.
Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.