What are the responsibilities and job description for the Couples Development Coordinators position at Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School, a world-renowned private school for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, seeks married couples to join its team as Flex Houseparents. This unique career path offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while providing a supportive family environment.
About the Role
The Flex Houseparent position involves guiding and nurturing a group of 8-12 students in a residential setting. You will provide a consistent, family-like structure, handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, and ensure a structured living experience for students.
This role is ideal for couples who have been legally married for at least two years and are committed to youth development. As a Flex Houseparent, you will work closely with your spouse to create a safe, loving, and supportive environment for students.
Benefits
- A competitive salary package for each person, totaling approximately $150,000 per couple
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; 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
Qualifications
- 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
- Both spouses should 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
- Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students
Salary : $150,000