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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary per person: $46,917.00

Housing provided

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking married couples to serve as Full‑time Flex Houseparents. This unique role has you living on campus in student homes, providing care, guidance, and supervision for about 8–13 students.

The position helps create a structured, family‑like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social growth. Responsibilities include daily supervision, scheduling, mentoring, devotions, and coordinating activities.

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 may reside in the student home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience with youth

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking married couples to serve as Full‑time Flex Houseparents. This unique role has you living on campus in student homes, providing care, guidance, and supervision for about 8–13 students.

The position helps create a structured, family‑like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social growth. Responsibilities include daily supervision, scheduling, mentoring, devotions, and coordinating activities.