Live-In Couple Houseparents: Mentors & Care for Students

Confidential; Starke (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Health, dental & vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents, living in on-campus student homes and guiding a group of 8–13 students.

The schedule is nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with eventual transition to a Placed Houseparent role. Responsibilities include supervision, routines, medications, and transportation, plus devotions and budgeting.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Couples must be legally married for at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth experience

Driver's license

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents, living in on-campus student homes and guiding a group of 8–13 students.

The schedule is nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with eventual transition to a Placed Houseparent role. Responsibilities include supervision, routines, medications, and transportation, plus devotions and budgeting.