Live-In Houseparents (Couples): Shape Students' Futures

Confidential; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Utilities included

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and supervise 8–13 students. The role blends mentorship, household management, and student guidance in a family-like setting.

Couples work a nine days on / three days off schedule, with transition to a placed home later. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and housing, meals, and more.

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 (proselytizing prohibited)
• 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, planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Skills

Experience with youth

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents to live in on-campus student homes and supervise 8–13 students. The role blends mentorship, household management, and student guidance in a family-like setting.

Couples work a nine days on / three days off schedule, with transition to a placed home later. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and housing, meals, and more.