What are the responsibilities and job description for the Houseparent Couples Sought for Unique Education Role position at Milton Hershey School?
About Us
Milton Hershey School is a world-renowned private school dedicated to providing exceptional education and support to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Our mission is to nurture the minds, hearts, and futures of our students, empowering them to become confident, capable, and compassionate leaders in their communities.
The Houseparent Role
We are seeking married couples to join our team as houseparents, responsible for providing a nurturing environment for students residing in on-campus homes. As a houseparent couple, you will work together to manage daily responsibilities, guide student development, and foster a family-like structure within your home.
Your role will involve:
- Managing student schedules, meals, and activities
- Providing emotional support and guidance to students
- Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday chapel services
- Assisting with academic support and homework
- Participating in staff meetings and training sessions
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package, including:
- A salary of $43,825 per person (total compensation package of approximately $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 while students are at school
- Three-week paid summer vacation
Requirements and Qualifications
To be considered for this unique opportunity, please ensure you meet the following requirements:
- Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings
- Couples must have been legally married for at least two years
- Both spouses must 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
- Limits on pets: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed
- 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
- 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
