Live-In Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Free housing & meals on duty

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. The role involves residing in on‑campus student homes, supervising 8–13 students, and guiding their academic, emotional, and social development.

Compensation includes per-person salary of $46,917 with total couple compensation around $180,000, plus free housing, meals on duty, and comprehensive benefits. Relocation assistance and paid training are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• 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.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• 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, 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

Marital criterion

Married 2+ years

Age 27+

U.S. driver’s license

Lift 50 lbs

Integrity & professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is seeking married couples to join as Full-time Flex Houseparents. The role involves residing in on‑campus student homes, supervising 8–13 students, and guiding their academic, emotional, and social development.

Compensation includes per-person salary of $46,917 with total couple compensation around $180,000, plus free housing, meals on duty, and comprehensive benefits. Relocation assistance and paid training are provided.