Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

Confidential; De Soto (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Meals on duty

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks dedicated couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide daily supervision, mentorship, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students.

Responsibilities include managing routines, coordinating activities, administering medications, and guiding students through devotions and Sunday Chapel. The role starts with a nine-on, three-off schedule and can transition to a placed houseparent position.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Couples must be legally married for at least two years.
• Both spouses aged 27 or older.
• U.S. driver's license and ability to drive student vans.
• 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.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship for students.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and planning development/recreational events.
• Leading daily devotions and Sunday Chapel attendance.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.
• Initially supporting various student homes with a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule; later transitioning to a placed houseparent role.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks dedicated couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide daily supervision, mentorship, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students.

Responsibilities include managing routines, coordinating activities, administering medications, and guiding students through devotions and Sunday Chapel. The role starts with a nine-on, three-off schedule and can transition to a placed houseparent position.