Live-In Couple Houseparents for Student Homes

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability options

Retirement savings

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA hires married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision and support for 8–13 students. The role begins with nine days on, three off, and transitions to a placed houseparent living with the same group.

Benefits include salary per person of $46,917 plus free housing, meals on duty, utilities, and comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, with relocation assistance and paid training

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Couples married for at least two years.
• Age 27 or older for both spouses.
• No more than three dependent children in home.
• Smoke-free campus; alcohol prohibited on duty.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; ability to drive student vehicles.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth experience or mentorship

Couple requirement

Age 27+

No alcohol on duty

Smoke-free campus

Vehicle licensing

Physical ability 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA hires married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision and support for 8–13 students. The role begins with nine days on, three off, and transitions to a placed houseparent living with the same group.

Benefits include salary per person of $46,917 plus free housing, meals on duty, utilities, and comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, with relocation assistance and paid training