Live-In Houseparent Couple for Student Home

Milton Hershey School; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $46,917 per person

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks dedicated Flex Houseparents to support student homes, supervise daily routines, transport students to activities, and lead devotional gatherings.

This full-time role includes housing, meals on duty, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, paid training, and paid time off. Both spouses must be married two years and be at least 27 years old.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• This is a 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.
• 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 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 allowed.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship
• Managing household routines and student schedules
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness
• Driving students to activities and planning development and recreational events
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting
• Initially supporting various student homes on a 9 days on / 3 days off schedule
• Transitioning into a Placed Houseparent role living with the same group of students

Skills

Youth experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks dedicated Flex Houseparents to support student homes, supervise daily routines, transport students to activities, and lead devotional gatherings.

This full-time role includes housing, meals on duty, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, paid training, and paid time off. Both spouses must be married two years and be at least 27 years old.