Live-In Houseparents for Youth Development (Couples)

Milton Hershey School; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $46,917 per person

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents in Hershey, PA. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8-13 students, helping them grow academically and emotionally.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, scheduling, devotions, and transportation planning, with a pathway to a placed houseparent role living with the same students. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and housing options.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth (must be 27+ for both spouses)
• 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
• Smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol 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 Sunday Chapel
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff are role models for students

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship to students
• Manage household routines and student schedules
• Administer medications and ensure student wellness
• Drive students to activities and engage in development and recreational events
• Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting
• Follow a nine days on / three days off schedule; transition to placed houseparent later

Skills

Youth engagement

Mentorship

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents in Hershey, PA. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for about 8-13 students, helping them grow academically and emotionally.

Responsibilities include daily supervision, scheduling, devotions, and transportation planning, with a pathway to a placed houseparent role living with the same students. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and housing options.