Live-In Youth Development Houseparents (Couples)

Confidential; Melissa (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing included

Meals on duty

Medical/Dental/Vision

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Training

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, supervising 8–13 students and supporting their academic, emotional, and social development.

The role begins with a nine-on, three-off schedule and can transition to a Placed Houseparent with a stable student group. Benefits include salary per person $46,917, medical/dental/vision, retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid training.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth
• Two-person role for couples married at least two years
• Both spouses must be age 27 or older
• No more than three dependent children in the student home
• Smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol while on duty
• Fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student vans
• Comfort leading daily devotions and Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (no proselytizing)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; staff serve as role models

Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship
• Managing household routines and student schedules
• Administering medications and ensuring student wellness
• Driving students to activities and planning developmental/recreational activities
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes, supervising 8–13 students and supporting their academic, emotional, and social development.

The role begins with a nine-on, three-off schedule and can transition to a Placed Houseparent with a stable student group. Benefits include salary per person $46,917, medical/dental/vision, retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid training.