Live-In Houseparent Couple — Mentor Students

Confidential; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Salary disclosed

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents to live on-campus and supervise groups of 8–13 students in family-style homes. You will mentor, manage daily routines, and plan activities, while ensuring well-being and spiritual development.

The role starts with a nine-on / three-off schedule, with progression to a placed houseparent. Salary per person is $46,917 plus comprehensive benefits and housing.

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
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while 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

Skills

Youth experience

Couple collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents to live on-campus and supervise groups of 8–13 students in family-style homes. You will mentor, manage daily routines, and plan activities, while ensuring well-being and spiritual development.

The role starts with a nine-on / three-off schedule, with progression to a placed houseparent. Salary per person is $46,917 plus comprehensive benefits and housing.