Full-Time Live-In Couple Houseparents for Students

Confidential; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $46,917.00 per person (approx.

Comprehensive benefits: medical, legal

Relocation assistance and paidtraining

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks dedicated Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8–13 students. The role emphasizes a family-like environment that supports students’ academic, emotional, and social growth.

The position starts with nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with a future transition to a Placed Houseparent living arrangement.

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.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while 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.

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

Experience with youth

Devotions leadership

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks dedicated Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8–13 students. The role emphasizes a family-like environment that supports students’ academic, emotional, and social growth.

The position starts with nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with a future transition to a Placed Houseparent living arrangement.