Live-In Flex Houseparents (Couples)

Confidential; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and housing included

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students. This two-person role requires a legally married couple for at least two years, with both spouses aged 27 or older, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Duties include supervising daily routines, coordinating schedules, administering medications, driving to activities, leading devotions, and

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-year married couple required.
• 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.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students. This two-person role requires a legally married couple for at least two years, with both spouses aged 27 or older, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Duties include supervising daily routines, coordinating schedules, administering medications, driving to activities, leading devotions, and