What are the responsibilities and job description for the Guiding Lights for Disadvantaged Youth position at Milton Hershey School?
About the Job
As a Houseparent at Milton Hershey School, you will play a vital role in providing a nurturing and structured environment for disadvantaged students. This is a full-time position that requires a committed and dedicated couple.
Responsibilities
- Guide and support 8-12 students, providing daily care and supervision.
- Handle various responsibilities, including caregiving, daily activities, and transportation.
About Us
Milton Hershey School is a leader in providing an exceptional education with housing, meals, and more to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Our mission is to provide opportunities for students to succeed.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary package 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.
- A schedule of nine days on followed by three days off, with personal time while students are at school.
- Three-week paid summer vacation.
Requirements
To be considered, candidates must:
- Have experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings.
- Be a legally married couple with at least two years of marriage.
- Be at least 27 years old.
- Abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus.
- Limitations on pets apply, but approved breeds are allowed.
- Hold a valid driver's license and be certified to drive student home vans.
- Complete individual employment applications.
