Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

Confidential; Marseilles (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary per person $46,917

Total compensation per couple ~$180,0k

Housing and meals provided

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA invites a married couple to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents, living in on-campus student homes and guiding 8–13 students daily. You will provide care, supervision, and support for students’ academic, emotional, and social growth.

The role follows a nine consecutive days on duty, then three days off, with potential progression to a placed houseparent role. Benefits include salary, housing, meals, and training.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and ensure student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and plan developmental/recreational activities.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Household management

Guidance and supervision

Activity planning

Relational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA invites a married couple to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents, living in on-campus student homes and guiding 8–13 students daily. You will provide care, supervision, and support for students’ academic, emotional, and social growth.

The role follows a nine consecutive days on duty, then three days off, with potential progression to a placed houseparent role. Benefits include salary, housing, meals, and training.