What are the responsibilities and job description for the Couples Residential Counselors position at Milton Hershey School?
About Us
Milton Hershey School is a world-class educational institution dedicated to empowering students from disadvantaged backgrounds to succeed in their future endeavors. Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment that fosters academic excellence, character development, and emotional growth.
The Role
We are seeking married couples to join our team as Houseparents, responsible for providing a loving home environment for 8-12 students. As a Houseparent, you will be part of a dynamic duo that supports students through daily routines, including guidance, administration, and transportation. This role requires commitment from both spouses, who must have experience working with youth and be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and taking them to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services.
Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities will include:
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must have the following qualifications:
What We Offer
We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and paid training. Our schedule consists of nine days on followed by three days off, with workdays including personal time while students are at school. A three-week paid summer vacation is also included.
Milton Hershey School is a world-class educational institution dedicated to empowering students from disadvantaged backgrounds to succeed in their future endeavors. Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment that fosters academic excellence, character development, and emotional growth.
The Role
We are seeking married couples to join our team as Houseparents, responsible for providing a loving home environment for 8-12 students. As a Houseparent, you will be part of a dynamic duo that supports students through daily routines, including guidance, administration, and transportation. This role requires commitment from both spouses, who must have experience working with youth and be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and taking them to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services.
Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing a stable, loving home environment for students.
- Supporting students through daily routines, including guidance, administration, and transportation.
- Leading students in daily devotions and taking them to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services.
- Maintaining open communication with teachers and other staff members.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must have the following 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.
- Limits on pets; only fish and one dog of approved breeds are permitted.
- Valid driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
What We Offer
We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and paid training. Our schedule consists of nine days on followed by three days off, with workdays including personal time while students are at school. A three-week paid summer vacation is also included.
