Live-In Houseparents (Couple) – Mentor & Support Students

Confidential; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes, supervising 8–13 students and supporting their academic, emotional, and social growth. This two-person role requires a legally married couple for at least two years.

Upon hire, couples follow a nine-on, three-off schedule, with opportunities to transition to a placed houseparent living with the same group. Comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person couple role; married for at least two years.
• Both spouses must be 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children in the home.
• Smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver\'s license; able to become certified to drive student vans.
• Able to lead daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel (no proselytizing).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up 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 events.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Couple role

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes, supervising 8–13 students and supporting their academic, emotional, and social growth. This two-person role requires a legally married couple for at least two years.

Upon hire, couples follow a nine-on, three-off schedule, with opportunities to transition to a placed houseparent living with the same group. Comprehensive benefits are provided.