Live-In Couple Houseparents for Students (Flex)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals provided on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) on campus in Hershey, PA, seeks a married couple to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. You will reside in student homes, providing care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8–13 students, fostering academic, emotional, and social growth.

The role begins with nine days on, followed by three off, with transition to a placed houseparent. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and health/dental/vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person couple role; must be legally married for at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience with youth

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) on campus in Hershey, PA, seeks a married couple to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. You will reside in student homes, providing care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8–13 students, fostering academic, emotional, and social growth.

The role begins with nine days on, followed by three off, with transition to a placed houseparent. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and health/dental/vision coverage.