Full-time Live-in Couple Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $46,917 per person

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, caring for 8–13 students, providing mentorship, supervision, and structured routines.

The role starts with a nine-on/three-off schedule, with potential transition to a placed houseparent position. Benefits include salary per person, comprehensive health plans, and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

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 experience

Two-person role

Driver's license

Age 27+ requirement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

N/A

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, caring for 8–13 students, providing mentorship, supervision, and structured routines.

The role starts with a nine-on/three-off schedule, with potential transition to a placed houseparent position. Benefits include salary per person, comprehensive health plans, and relocation support.