Live-In Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

Confidential; Shelby (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks full-time Flex Houseparents—married couples living on campus in student homes to supervise and support a group of 8–13 students. The role focuses on care, guidance, supervision, and development within a structured, family-like environment.

The two-person team will follow a nine-on nine consecutive? days on duty; transition to a placed role with same students. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Two-person couple role for married spouses (legally married at least two years).
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older.
• No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• 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, as well as 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

Youth experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks full-time Flex Houseparents—married couples living on campus in student homes to supervise and support a group of 8–13 students. The role focuses on care, guidance, supervision, and development within a structured, family-like environment.

The two-person team will follow a nine-on nine consecutive? days on duty; transition to a placed role with same students. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and relocation assistance.