Full-Time Flex Houseparents (Couples) – On-Campus Care

Confidential; Lyndhurst (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Meal plan while on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is seeking married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this on-campus role, couples reside in student homes and provide care, supervision, and support for 8–13 students, fostering a structured, family-like environment to promote academic, emotional, and social growth.

The position begins with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with progression to a Placed Houseparent living arrangement.

Qualifications

• Two-person role for couples married at least two years.
• Both spouses aged 27 or older.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with youth preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and ensure student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and lead devotions.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.
• Support a nine days on / three days off schedule and transition to a Placed Houseparent role.

Skills

Youth mentoring

Couple eligibility

Driver's license

Ability to lift

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver certification

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is seeking married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this on-campus role, couples reside in student homes and provide care, supervision, and support for 8–13 students, fostering a structured, family-like environment to promote academic, emotional, and social growth.

The position begins with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with progression to a Placed Houseparent living arrangement.