Live-In Couple Houseparents: Student Mentors

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $46,917 per person (approx. $“

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is seeking dedicated couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. The role involves living in on-campus student homes, guiding 8–13 students, and fostering a structured, family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social growth.

Responsibilities include supervision, scheduling, driving, and leading devotions and chapel activities. The position begins with a nine-on, three-off schedule and progression to a placed houseparent role

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Must be a legally married couple (two-person role).
• Both spouses must be 27 years or older.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Clean driving record and ability to become certified to drive student vans.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is seeking dedicated couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. The role involves living in on-campus student homes, guiding 8–13 students, and fostering a structured, family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social growth.

Responsibilities include supervision, scheduling, driving, and leading devotions and chapel activities. The position begins with a nine-on, three-off schedule and progression to a placed houseparent role