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

Milton Hershey School

Decatur (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free on-campus housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full‑time Flex Houseparents to reside on campus and care for a group of 8–13 students. The two-person team supports daily supervision, routines, and student wellbeing while guiding academic, emotional, and social development in a structured home environment.

Couples must be married for at least two years, both 27+, with a high school diploma or GED, and be able to drive student vans.

Qualifications

Experience working or volunteering with youth.
Two-spouse role requires both spouses to be 27 or older.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student vans.
No alcohol permitted while on duty; campus is smoke-free and weapon-free.

Responsibilities

Provide daily supervision and mentorship for a group of 8–13 students.
Manage household routines and student schedules.
Administer medications and monitor student wellness.
Drive students to activities and actively engage in development and recreation.
Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
Oversee budgeting and household reporting.
Initially support various student homes with a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule; later transition to a placed houseparent living with same group.
On weekdays, maintain unscheduled time while students attend school.
Grow into a stable on-campus home environment for long-term student welfare.