Live-in Couple Houseparents – Guide 8–13 Students

Confidential; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing on campus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid training

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students living in the home.

Responsibilities include supervising daily routines, transporting students, leading devotions, budgeting, and maintaining a safe, supportive campus environment.

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.
• Valid U.S. driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Compliance with a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; 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 and planning developmental/recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students living in the home.

Responsibilities include supervising daily routines, transporting students, leading devotions, budgeting, and maintaining a safe, supportive campus environment.