Live-In Youth Development Couple | Flex Houseparents

Confidential; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals on duty

Utilities included

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, supervising a group of 8–13 students and guiding academic, emotional, and social development.

The role begins with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with transition to a placed houseparent. Benefits include a yearly salary of $46,917 per person, free housing, meals on duty, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or volunteering with youth.
• Two-year married couple requirement and eligibility.
• Both spouses must be at least 27 years old.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to a drug- and weapon-free campus.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and mentorship for students.
• Manage household routines and student schedules.
• Administer medications and support student wellness.
• Plan and participate in developmental and recreational activities.
• Lead daily devotions and Sunday Chapel attendance.
• Oversee budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, supervising a group of 8–13 students and guiding academic, emotional, and social development.

The role begins with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with transition to a placed houseparent. Benefits include a yearly salary of $46,917 per person, free housing, meals on duty, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and PTO.