Live-In Houseparent (Couples) for Student Homes

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: per person

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students living in the home.

Responsibilities include supervision, scheduling, medication administration, transportation to activities, and leading devotions. Benefits include salary per person, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and paid time off.

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.
• 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 and planning developmental and recreational activities with students.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Couple eligibility

Adaptability

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8-13 students living in the home.

Responsibilities include supervision, scheduling, medication administration, transportation to activities, and leading devotions. Benefits include salary per person, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and paid time off.