Live-In Couple: Flex Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents who live in on-campus student homes and care for a group of 8–13 students. Responsibilities include supervision, routines, medication administration, and daily devotions.

The role starts with nine days on, three days off, transitioning to a placed home with the same students. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and relocation support.

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.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship for a group of 8–13 students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and monitor student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and plan/develop developmental and recreational activities.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Experience with youth

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents who live in on-campus student homes and care for a group of 8–13 students. Responsibilities include supervision, routines, medication administration, and daily devotions.

The role starts with nine days on, three days off, transitioning to a placed home with the same students. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and relocation support.