What are the responsibilities and job description for the House Parents position at Milton Hershey School?
Foster a nurturing family-like environment for students from disadvantaged backgrounds by providing a consistent structure and guiding a group of 8-12 students. This unique opportunity seeks couples committed to positively impacting young lives.
Milton Hershey School is one of the world's best private schools, offering an exceptional career-focused education with housing, meals, and more – all costs covered.
The school has the resources to ensure both students and staff are provided everything they need to thrive, thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who founded the school in 1909.
As flex houseparents, married couples will reside in on-campus student homes, guiding and nurturing approximately 8-12 students each. Responsibilities include driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, and more.
Benefits:
· Competitive salary: $43,825 per person (total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple)
· 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 personal time during school hours
· Three-week paid summer vacation
Qualifications:
· Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings
· Must be legally married for at least two years
· Both spouses must be age 27 or older
· Limitations on pets and alcohol while on duty
· Valid driver's license and ability to drive student home vans required
· High school diploma or GED required
· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and demonstrate integrity as a role model for students
Salary : $43,825
