Full-Time Flex Houseparents for Youth Homes (Couples)

Milton Hershey School; Murray (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents in on-campus student homes. Couples provide care, supervision, and guidance for 8–13 students, living in a family-like setting with a nine days on / three days off schedule.

Compensation includes $46,917 per person, generous benefits, relocation assistance, and paid training. This two-person role requires long-term commitment and ages 27+.

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 on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Ability to lift up 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 developmentally appropriate activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.
• Supporting multiple student homes initially and transitioning to a placed home.

Skills

Experience with youth

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents in on-campus student homes. Couples provide care, supervision, and guidance for 8–13 students, living in a family-like setting with a nine days on / three days off schedule.

Compensation includes $46,917 per person, generous benefits, relocation assistance, and paid training. This two-person role requires long-term commitment and ages 27+.