What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregivers for Youth position at Milton Hershey School?
Company Overview
Milton Hershey School is a renowned private educational institution providing exceptional career-focused education to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. With a rich history dating back to 1909, the school offers comprehensive benefits and a unique work-life schedule.
The school's mission is to provide a world-class education, housing, meals, and more - all at no cost to its students and their families. This commitment to excellence has made MHS one of the world's best private schools.
Compensation
Caregivers for youth receive a salary of $43,825 per person, resulting in a total compensation package of approximately $150,000 per couple. This includes free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more.
In addition to a competitive salary, caregivers also enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; and retirement savings.
Job Description
As a caregiver, you will be responsible for supporting and nurturing youth from disadvantaged backgrounds. This involves providing a family-like structure, managing a group of 8-12 students, guiding them through daily activities and responsibilities, and taking them to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services.
You will also be required to complete an individual employment application, abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus policy, and have valid driver's license. Additionally, couples must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as role models for students.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should possess experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings. This is a two-person job for couples who have been legally married for at least two years, with both spouses being age 27 or older.
Other requirements include having no more than three dependent children residing in the student home, being able to lift up to 50 lbs, and having a valid driver's license. Couples must also be comfortable leading students in daily devotions.
Benefits
Caregivers for youth enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- A competitive salary of $43,825 per person, resulting in a total compensation package of approximately $150,000 per couple
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; and retirement savings
- Relocation assistance and paid training provided
- A schedule of nine days on followed by three days off, with personal time while students are at school
- Three-week paid summer vacation
Additional Information
Couples interested in this opportunity should be prepared to commit to a unique work-life schedule, with flexibility to accommodate the needs of students. If you have any specific questions, please reach out to our recruitment team at houseparentrecruitment@mhs-pa.org
Salary : $43,825
