What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caring Couples for Youth Support position at Milton Hershey School?
House parents at Milton Hershey School play a vital role in supporting students' academic and personal success. This unique career path requires consideration and commitment from both spouses. If you're looking for a job that combines family support and education, consider this opportunity.
As a house parent, you'll provide a consistent family-like structure for students and handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, and reporting. Couples must be comfortable living on campus and providing guidance to a group of 8-12 students.
Requirements
- Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably in under-served settings
- Couples must be 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
- Abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus
- Valid driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
- Couples must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students
