Live-In Houseparent (Couple) - Youth Development

Milton Hershey School; Rincon (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks a dedicated houseparent couple to provide daily supervision, mentorship, and essential wellbeing support for students.

The role includes managing household routines, transporting students to activities, planning devotions and Sunday Chapel, and transitioning from Flex Houseparent to a placed home under supervision. Housing and meals are provided, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two-person role for couples married for at least two years
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. drivers license and driving certification for student vans
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty
• Experience working or volunteering with youth
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home

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 and recreational activities
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting
• Flex Houseparents work nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off
• Transitioning into a Placed Houseparent role with a consistent student group

Skills

Youth mentorship

Couple role collaboration

Driving and transportation

Integrity and professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks a dedicated houseparent couple to provide daily supervision, mentorship, and essential wellbeing support for students.

The role includes managing household routines, transporting students to activities, planning devotions and Sunday Chapel, and transitioning from Flex Houseparent to a placed home under supervision. Housing and meals are provided, with comprehensive benefits.