Live-In Couple Houseparents: Student Life Mentors

Confidential; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary per person

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is hiring married couples for Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and provide care, mentorship, and supervision for about 8-13 students. The role starts with nine days on duty followed by three days off, then transitions to a placed home with the same students.

Benefits include salary per person of $46,917 plus full medical/dental/vision, retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Two-person role for legally married couples (minimum 2 years).
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship for a group of 8-13 students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and ensure student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and plan developmental/recreational activities.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.
• Support multiple student homes initially, then transition to a placed home.

Skills

Youth mentoring

Couple teamwork

Driver's license

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Devotions leadership

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is hiring married couples for Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and provide care, mentorship, and supervision for about 8-13 students. The role starts with nine days on duty followed by three days off, then transitions to a placed home with the same students.

Benefits include salary per person of $46,917 plus full medical/dental/vision, retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid time off.