On-Campus Houseparents for Student Homes (Couples)

Confidential; Hyde Park (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks full-time Flex Houseparents, a two-person married couple team, to supervise and mentor a group of 8–13 students in on-campus homes. The role begins with a nine-days-on, three-days-off cycle and progresses to a placed houseparent living arrangement.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid U.S. driver’s license, and a commitment to a smoke-free, weapon-free campus with no alcohol on duty. Experience with youth is preferred.

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.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol on duty.
• Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; 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 with students.
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel.
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting.
• On hire, support various student homes on a 9-on/3-off schedule; later transition to a placed houseparent.
• Live and work with the same group of students in their own student home.

Skills

Youth experience

Two-person role

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks full-time Flex Houseparents, a two-person married couple team, to supervise and mentor a group of 8–13 students in on-campus homes. The role begins with a nine-days-on, three-days-off cycle and progresses to a placed houseparent living arrangement.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid U.S. driver’s license, and a commitment to a smoke-free, weapon-free campus with no alcohol on duty. Experience with youth is preferred.