Full-Time Flex Houseparents (Couples) - Student Homes

Milton Hershey School; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Residence provided

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and supervise a group of 8–13 students. The role starts with nine days on, three off, and can transition to a placed houseparent position living with the same group.

The job includes mentoring, coordinating routines, administering medications, driving to activities, and leading daily devotions. Requires a valid U.S. driver’s license and high school diploma or GED.

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 permitted while on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship
• Managing household routines and student schedules
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness
• Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Youth mentorship

Team-based couples role

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Relocation willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and supervise a group of 8–13 students. The role starts with nine days on, three off, and can transition to a placed houseparent position living with the same group.

The job includes mentoring, coordinating routines, administering medications, driving to activities, and leading daily devotions. Requires a valid U.S. driver’s license and high school diploma or GED.