Live-In Couple Houseparents for Student Homes

Confidential; Carrollton (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing included

Meals while on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

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, providing care, supervision, and support for 8–13 students, creating a structured, family-like environment.

The schedule starts with nine consecutive days on duty, then three days off, with later placement into a single student home. Benefits include a salary of $46,917 per person plus housing, medical/dental/vision, retirement savings, relocation

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married at least two years.
• Both spouses must be 27 years or older.
• No more than three dependent children in the home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol while on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student vans.
• Ability to lead students in daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship to students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and monitor student wellness.
• Transport students to activities and engage in development and recreation.
• Lead daily devotions and Sunday Chapel activities.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Experience with youth

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Driver's license

Certification to drive student vans

Integrity and professionalism

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, providing care, supervision, and support for 8–13 students, creating a structured, family-like environment.

The schedule starts with nine consecutive days on duty, then three days off, with later placement into a single student home. Benefits include a salary of $46,917 per person plus housing, medical/dental/vision, retirement savings, relocation