Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Youth Development (Couples)

Milton Hershey School; Mount Carmel (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Meals on duty

Utilities included

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes, guiding 8–13 students with daily routines, devotions, and activities to support academic and social growth.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, two years married, age 27+, and a valid driver\'s license. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples 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 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience with youth

Team collaboration

Ability to lead devotions

Physical capability (lift 50 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Certifiable to drive student vans

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes, guiding 8–13 students with daily routines, devotions, and activities to support academic and social growth.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, two years married, age 27+, and a valid driver\'s license. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and comprehensive health coverage.