What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Caregivers for Youth position at Milton Hershey School?
Family-Like Structure for Disadvantaged Youth
Milton Hershey School is seeking married couples to become flex houseparents. As a flex houseparent, you will reside in an on-campus student home and provide a nurturing family environment for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. You will guide youth, manage household responsibilities, and ensure a supportive atmosphere.
About the Role
This is a unique career path that takes consideration and commitment from both spouses. Couples receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for personal growth and impact in students' lives. As a flex houseparent, you will cover different student homes before being assigned to one specific home.
Benefits
* Salary of $43,825 per person (a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple which includes free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)
* Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings
* Relocation assistance and paid training provided
* Schedule of nine days on followed by three days off. Workdays include a period of 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. No alcohol is permitted while on duty
* Limitations on pets. Only fish and one dog of approved breeds is permitted
* Valid driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
* Couples must be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and take students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services (Note: Proselytizing is prohibited)
* High school diploma or GED required
* Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
* Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students.
Milton Hershey School is seeking married couples to become flex houseparents. As a flex houseparent, you will reside in an on-campus student home and provide a nurturing family environment for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. You will guide youth, manage household responsibilities, and ensure a supportive atmosphere.
About the Role
This is a unique career path that takes consideration and commitment from both spouses. Couples receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for personal growth and impact in students' lives. As a flex houseparent, you will cover different student homes before being assigned to one specific home.
Benefits
* Salary of $43,825 per person (a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple which includes free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)
* Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings
* Relocation assistance and paid training provided
* Schedule of nine days on followed by three days off. Workdays include a period of 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. No alcohol is permitted while on duty
* Limitations on pets. Only fish and one dog of approved breeds is permitted
* Valid driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
* Couples must be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and take students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services (Note: Proselytizing is prohibited)
* High school diploma or GED required
* Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
* Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students.
Salary : $43,825
