Live-In Couple Houseparents for Student Homes

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals provided while on duty

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks full-time Flex Houseparents (a married couple) to live in on-campus student homes and guide a group of 8–13 students. The role blends care, supervision, and development, with structured schedules and family-like routines.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, overseeing routines, administering medications, transport to activities, leading devotions, and budgeting tasks.

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 Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• 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

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship to students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and monitor student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and participate in developmental and recreational activities.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Couple eligibility

Driver's license

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks full-time Flex Houseparents (a married couple) to live in on-campus student homes and guide a group of 8–13 students. The role blends care, supervision, and development, with structured schedules and family-like routines.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, overseeing routines, administering medications, transport to activities, leading devotions, and budgeting tasks.