Live-In Campus Houseparents (Couples)

Confidential; Clawson (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with housing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

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 provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students living in the home.

Initially, duties include supervising daily routines, planning activities, and leading devotions with the students, with a nine-on / three-off schedule. The role progresses to a placed houseparent with benefits and ongoing training.

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: 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 Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students.

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.
• On hire, follow a nine days on / three days off schedule.
• Transitioning into a Placed Houseparent role with a consistent student 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. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students living in the home.

Initially, duties include supervising daily routines, planning activities, and leading devotions with the students, with a nine-on / three-off schedule. The role progresses to a placed houseparent with benefits and ongoing training.