On-Campus Flex Houseparents — Couples Youth Mentor

Confidential; Celina (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Meals provided on duty

Relocation assistance

Paid training

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is seeking married couples to serve as Full‑time Flex Houseparents, living in on-campus student homes and providing supervision for 8–13 students.

The role involves daily mentorship, schedule management, youth wellness, and devotions, with a path to a placed houseparent living arrangement. This is a unique, demanding career with housing, meals, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth.
• 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.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol while on duty.
• Pet limitations: fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Valid U.S. drivers 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 and planning developmental and recreational activities.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.

Skills

Youth experience

Couple collaboration

On-campus living

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Driver certification

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, is seeking married couples to serve as Full‑time Flex Houseparents, living in on-campus student homes and providing supervision for 8–13 students.

The role involves daily mentorship, schedule management, youth wellness, and devotions, with a path to a placed houseparent living arrangement. This is a unique, demanding career with housing, meals, and benefits.