Live-In Couple Houseparents for Student Homes

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is hiring Full-time Flex Houseparents. This two-person role places couples in on-campus student homes to support 8–13 students, guiding daily routines, wellness, and development in a structured, family-like environment.

Successful applicants must be legally married for at least two years, both spouses 27+, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

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 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 accompanying them to 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

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

Skills

Youth mentorship

Driver's license

Married couple requirement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is hiring Full-time Flex Houseparents. This two-person role places couples in on-campus student homes to support 8–13 students, guiding daily routines, wellness, and development in a structured, family-like environment.

Successful applicants must be legally married for at least two years, both spouses 27+, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.