Live-In Flex Houseparent — Couples for Youth Development

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8–13 students per home.

The role blends mentorship, calendar management, and spiritual activities within a structured, family-like setting. Initial duties cover several homes with a nine-on/three-off schedule, then transition to a placed role with a single student home.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person couple role with at least two years of marriage.
• Both spouses aged 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the home.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and the ability to become certified to drive student vans.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship to a group of students.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and planning developmental and recreational events.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth supervision

Mentoring

Driving

Student welfare

Integrity & professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, providing care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8–13 students per home.

The role blends mentorship, calendar management, and spiritual activities within a structured, family-like setting. Initial duties cover several homes with a nine-on/three-off schedule, then transition to a placed role with a single student home.