Live-In School Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

Confidential; Crisfield (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Housing included

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents on campus in Hershey, PA. Couples live in student homes and supervise 8-13 students, providing care, guidance, and structured routines.

The role begins with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with potential placement into a single student home later. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, relocation assistance, and paid training.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• Two-person role for couples married at least two years.
• 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.
• 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, 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

Driver's license

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents on campus in Hershey, PA. Couples live in student homes and supervise 8-13 students, providing care, guidance, and structured routines.

The role begins with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with potential placement into a single student home later. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, relocation assistance, and paid training.