Live-In Houseparent for Student Homes

Milton Hershey School; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Free housing on campus

Meals while on duty

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks dedicated houseparents to supervise and mentor students in a two-person team. You will manage daily routines, supervise transportation to activities, and participate in devotions and Sunday Chapel, living on campus and supporting multiple student homes.

Responsibilities include supervising and mentoring youth, managing schedules, administering medications, budgeting and reporting, and transitioning to a placed houseparent role.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married for at least two years.
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to a smoke-free campus and no alcohol on duty.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship to students.
• 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 Sunday Chapel attendance.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.
• Transitioning from Flex Houseparent to Placed Houseparent with a consistent group of students.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Couple eligibility

Team collaboration

Ability to lift

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks dedicated houseparents to supervise and mentor students in a two-person team. You will manage daily routines, supervise transportation to activities, and participate in devotions and Sunday Chapel, living on campus and supporting multiple student homes.

Responsibilities include supervising and mentoring youth, managing schedules, administering medications, budgeting and reporting, and transitioning to a placed houseparent role.