Live-In Houseparents for Student Homes — Couples

Confidential; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary includes housing

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus homes and support 8-13 students, guiding their daily routines, activities, and wellbeing.

The positions follow a nine-on, three-off cycle, with a transition to a placed home later. Benefits include salary per person, housing, meals, insurance, training, and paid time off.

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.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• High school diploma or GED required.

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 accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth work

Couples required

On-site living

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus homes and support 8-13 students, guiding their daily routines, activities, and wellbeing.

The positions follow a nine-on, three-off cycle, with a transition to a placed home later. Benefits include salary per person, housing, meals, insurance, training, and paid time off.