Live-In Houseparent Couple for Student Homes

Milton Hershey School; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Utilities included

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes, provide care, supervision, and support for 8-13 students, and transition to a placed role over time.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, routines, medications, transport to activities, and guiding devotions and chapel. The position includes housing, meals, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person couple role, 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.
• Campus is smoke-free and weapon-free; no alcohol on duty.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student vans.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Driving students to activities and planning/engaging in activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth work

Couple teamwork

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver safety training

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus student homes, provide care, supervision, and support for 8-13 students, and transition to a placed role over time.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, routines, medications, transport to activities, and guiding devotions and chapel. The position includes housing, meals, and comprehensive benefits.