What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family-Like Structure for Student Success position at Milton Hershey School?
Our Mission
Milton Hershey School is committed to helping young people in need achieve their full potential. Our mission is to provide an exceptional education to students from disadvantaged backgrounds, along with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a House Parent, you will play a critical role in making this vision a reality.
Benefits Package
In addition to the salary and compensation package mentioned earlier, you will also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; and retirement savings. We also offer relocation assistance and paid training to help you get settled into your new role.
Responsibilities
As a House Parent, you and your spouse will be responsible for providing a nurturing family environment for students in a residential setting. This includes guiding approximately 8-12 students, handling various responsibilities including driving and administering medication, and participating in regular training and professional development opportunities. You will also be expected to maintain the cleanliness and organization of the student home, handle household chores, and work closely with other staff members to ensure the well-being and success of our students.
Qualifications
To be successful as a House Parent, you and your spouse must have experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings. You should have been legally married for at least two years, and both spouses should be age 27 or older. No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home. You must abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus, and there are limitations on pets. Valid driver's licenses are required, and you must be able to become certified to drive student home vans. You and your spouse must be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and taking them to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services.
Work-Life Balance
Milton Hershey School is committed to helping young people in need achieve their full potential. Our mission is to provide an exceptional education to students from disadvantaged backgrounds, along with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a House Parent, you will play a critical role in making this vision a reality.
Benefits Package
In addition to the salary and compensation package mentioned earlier, you will also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; and retirement savings. We also offer relocation assistance and paid training to help you get settled into your new role.
Responsibilities
As a House Parent, you and your spouse will be responsible for providing a nurturing family environment for students in a residential setting. This includes guiding approximately 8-12 students, handling various responsibilities including driving and administering medication, and participating in regular training and professional development opportunities. You will also be expected to maintain the cleanliness and organization of the student home, handle household chores, and work closely with other staff members to ensure the well-being and success of our students.
Qualifications
To be successful as a House Parent, you and your spouse must have experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings. You should have been legally married for at least two years, and both spouses should be age 27 or older. No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home. You must abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus, and there are limitations on pets. Valid driver's licenses are required, and you must be able to become certified to drive student home vans. You and your spouse must be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and taking them to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services.
Work-Life Balance
We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. As a House Parent, you will have a schedule that promotes this, with nine days on followed by three days off. Workdays include a period of personal time while students are at school, and you will have three weeks paid summer vacation.
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