Live-In Couple Houseparents for Student Homes

Milton Hershey School; Gilman (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Utilities included

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, supervising 8-13 students and guiding academic, emotional, and social development in a family-like setting.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, routines, medication administration, transportation to activities, and organizing devotions and chapel. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, health plans, retirement options, and paid training.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Couples must be legally married for at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to a smoke-free campus; no alcohol on duty.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and planning/developing developmental and recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Couple suitability

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, supervising 8-13 students and guiding academic, emotional, and social development in a family-like setting.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, routines, medication administration, transportation to activities, and organizing devotions and chapel. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, health plans, retirement options, and paid training.