Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

Confidential; Cathedral City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus student homes and supervise a group of 8-13 students. The role combines mentorship, household management, and activities to support students' academic, emotional, and social development.

Couples work a nine-on, three-off schedule initially and may transition to a placed houseparent role.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married at least two years.
• Both spouses aged 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children in the home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol while on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Ability to lead daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

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

Youth mentorship

Household management

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus student homes and supervise a group of 8-13 students. The role combines mentorship, household management, and activities to support students' academic, emotional, and social development.

Couples work a nine-on, three-off schedule initially and may transition to a placed houseparent role.