On-Campus Full-Time Couple Houseparents

Confidential; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Training provided

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and care for a group of 8–13 students, providing guidance to support academic, emotional, and social growth.

The role starts with nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with eventual placement as a Placed Houseparent living with the same students. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and more.

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 permitted 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 (proselytizing prohibited).
• 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 work experience

Married couples

Age 27+

No more than 3 dependents

Smoke-free campus

Pet restrictions

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Driver certification

Devotions leadership

Lift 50 lbs

Integrity & professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA is hiring married couples as Full-time Flex Houseparents. Couples reside in on-campus student homes and care for a group of 8–13 students, providing guidance to support academic, emotional, and social growth.

The role starts with nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with eventual placement as a Placed Houseparent living with the same students. Benefits include housing, meals on duty, and more.