Live-In Houseparents for Student Growth (Couples)

Confidential; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Meals on duty

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples live in on-campus homes for 8–13 students, guiding academic, emotional, and social development, with a nine-day on / three-day off schedule.

Role begins with varied homes and progresses to a placed home. Compensation includes $46,917 per person plus free housing and meals on duty, with comprehensive benefits and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person couple role; 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 on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Ability to obtain certification to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Chapel services.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship for a group of 8–13 students in on-campus homes.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and ensure student wellness.
• Drive students to activities and engage in developmental/recreational activities.
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Integrity

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 live in on-campus homes for 8–13 students, guiding academic, emotional, and social development, with a nine-day on / three-day off schedule.

Role begins with varied homes and progresses to a placed home. Compensation includes $46,917 per person plus free housing and meals on duty, with comprehensive benefits and relocation support.