Live-In Couple Houseparents for Student Homes

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus homes, supervising 8–13 students and guiding their academic, emotional, and social growth. The role features a nine days on duty, three days off cycle, with potential placement in a single student home over time.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid training. Must be married at least two years, age 27+, with a valid U.S.

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.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one dog of approved breeds only.
• 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.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff as role models.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth experience

Teamwork in a couple

Integrity & professionalism

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus homes, supervising 8–13 students and guiding their academic, emotional, and social growth. The role features a nine days on duty, three days off cycle, with potential placement in a single student home over time.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid training. Must be married at least two years, age 27+, with a valid U.S.