Live-In Houseparents for Student Homes — Couples

Confidential; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Meals on duty

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Retirement savings

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, invites married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents, living on-campus with about 8-13 students per home. You will supervise, mentor, plan activities, and support student development within a structured, family‑like environment.

The role requires two spouses married at least two years, age 27+, a high school diploma or GED, a valid US driver's license, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Two spouses must be legally married for at least two years.

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship to students.
• Managing household routines and student schedules.
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness.
• Planning and engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students.
• Leading daily devotions and Sunday Chapel attendance.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth work experience

Driver's license

Physical lifting 50 lbs

Marital couple requirement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, invites married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents, living on-campus with about 8-13 students per home. You will supervise, mentor, plan activities, and support student development within a structured, family‑like environment.

The role requires two spouses married at least two years, age 27+, a high school diploma or GED, a valid US driver's license, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.