Live-in Youth Development Couple | Flexible Houseparent

Confidential; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals while on duty

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents for married couples to live on campus and care for a group of 8–13 students. The role combines caregiving, supervision, and partnership in a structured, family-like setting.

The two spouses must be legally married for at least two years, both 27 or older, and capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. On-duty benefits include housing, meals, insurance, and paid training as part of a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth
• Two-spouse role, legally married for at least two years
• Both spouses 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 accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism

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

Couple required

Married at least two years

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, seeks Full-time Flex Houseparents for married couples to live on campus and care for a group of 8–13 students. The role combines caregiving, supervision, and partnership in a structured, family-like setting.

The two spouses must be legally married for at least two years, both 27 or older, and capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. On-duty benefits include housing, meals, insurance, and paid training as part of a competitive compensation package.