Live-In Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

Confidential; Henrieville (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, Pennsylvania, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, providing daily supervision, mentorship, and a supportive family-like environment for 8–13 students.

Initially nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with transition to a Placed Houseparent living with the same group. Salary $46,917 per person, with comprehensive benefits and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married at least two years.
• Both spouses must be 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the home.
• Smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol while on duty.
• Pet limits: only fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading daily devotions and chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

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 engaging in developmental/recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and Sunday Chapel attendance.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Mentorship

Lead devotions

Integrity and professionalism

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, Pennsylvania, seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, providing daily supervision, mentorship, and a supportive family-like environment for 8–13 students.

Initially nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with transition to a Placed Houseparent living with the same group. Salary $46,917 per person, with comprehensive benefits and relocation support.