What are the responsibilities and job description for the House Parents position at Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School seeks married couples to serve as flex houseparents. This unique role provides a nurturing family-like environment for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, residing in on-campus homes.
About the Role
Flex houseparents are responsible for guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students, handling responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, and reporting. When initially hired, flex houseparents cover different student homes before being assigned to one specific home.
Benefits
Competitive salary of $43,825 per person, with a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple including 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, with workdays including 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, with no alcohol 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 taking students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services (Note: Proselytizing is prohibited)
High school diploma or GED required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students
Both spouses must complete an individual employment application
Salary : $43,825
