Live-In Houseparent Couple — Student Homes Mentor

Confidential; Breckenridge (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals provided during duty

Utilities included

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is hiring Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus student homes and mentor a group of 8-13 students. This unique two-person role requires a legally married couple to provide care, guidance, supervision, and support, helping students develop academically, emotionally, and socially while living a family-like environment.

The position offers housing, meals during duty, utilities, and a comprehensive benefits package, plus relocation assistance

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 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 Sunday Chapel services.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Youth work

Team couple

Communication

Devotions leading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Van driving certification

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is hiring Full-time Flex Houseparents to reside in on-campus student homes and mentor a group of 8-13 students. This unique two-person role requires a legally married couple to provide care, guidance, supervision, and support, helping students develop academically, emotionally, and socially while living a family-like environment.

The position offers housing, meals during duty, utilities, and a comprehensive benefits package, plus relocation assistance