Job Details

Join the Milton Hershey School (MHS) team, where we provide a cost-free, career-focused education for over 2,200 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Founded in 1909 by Milton and Catherine Hershey, MHS has a rich history of transforming lives and is committed to expanding its services to more students.

We are currently seeking dedicated married couples to become Full-time Flex Houseparents. This impactful role involves residing in on-campus student homes and offering mentorship, guidance, and care for a group of approximately 8-13 students. As a Flex Houseparent, you will cultivate a nurturing family-like environment that supports students' academic, emotional, and social growth, empowering them to reach their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing supervision and mentorship to students
• Managing household routines and student schedules
• Administering medications and ensuring overall student wellness
• Transporting students to activities and engaging in developmental and recreational activities
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing budgeting and household reporting responsibilities

Initially, Flex Houseparents will support various student homes on a schedule of nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off, with unscheduled time during weekdays while students are in school. Over time, Flex Houseparents will transition to a Placed Houseparent role, living and working with the same group of students.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary: $44,768.00 per person, totaling approximately $168,000 for the couple, including free housing, meals while on duty, and utilities
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance and disability options; retirement savings
• Relocation assistance and paid training provided
• Paid time off throughout the year

Qualifications:

• Experience working or volunteering with youth
• Legally married couples with a minimum of two years of marriage
• Both spouses must be 27 years or older
• No more than three dependent children allowed in the student home
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free environment; 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 attending Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)
• High school diploma or GED is required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism as role models for students

This unique and rewarding career requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses. Interested couples should complete individual employment applications to be considered.