On-Campus Houseparent Couple - $180K/yr + Housing

Confidential; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing and meals on duty

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits: medical,Dental

Paid training

Paid time off

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is seeking Full-time Flex Houseparents—a two-person couple who will reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of 8-13 students. This living-in role includes daily supervision, planning activities, and mentoring within a family-like environment.

The position starts with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with a transition to a placed houseparent role.

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 on duty.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.

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 mentorship

Couple coordination

Community living

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is seeking Full-time Flex Houseparents—a two-person couple who will reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of 8-13 students. This living-in role includes daily supervision, planning activities, and mentoring within a family-like environment.

The position starts with nine days on duty followed by three days off, with a transition to a placed houseparent role.