Full-Time Live-In Couple Houseparents for Students

Milton Hershey School; Canton (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Free housing and meals on duty

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and support 8–13 students, guiding daily routines, supervision, and well-being.

The role begins with nine consecutive days on duty, then three days off, with progression to a placed houseparent. Benefits include salary per person $46,917, comprehensive health and retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid training.

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.

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 Sunday Chapel attendance
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Experience with youth

Two-person role

Age 27+

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and support 8–13 students, guiding daily routines, supervision, and well-being.

The role begins with nine consecutive days on duty, then three days off, with progression to a placed houseparent. Benefits include salary per person $46,917, comprehensive health and retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid training.