Live-In Couple Houseparents — Student Home Mentors

Confidential; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks dedicated couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this on-campus role, you live in student homes and provide care, mentorship, and structure for 8–13 students.

The position supports student development through daily routines, devotions, transportation, and activities, with a nine-on, three-off schedule to start, and potential placement as a permanent Houseparent.

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.
• Comfort leading daily devotions and Sunday Chapel services.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks dedicated couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this on-campus role, you live in student homes and provide care, mentorship, and structure for 8–13 students.

The position supports student development through daily routines, devotions, transportation, and activities, with a nine-on, three-off schedule to start, and potential placement as a permanent Houseparent.