What are the responsibilities and job description for the Houseparent Leader position at Milton Hershey School?
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Milton Hershey School is a unique educational institution that provides a career-focused education to students from pre-K through 12th grade. We are seeking married couples to serve as flex houseparents, playing a critical role in the lives of our students.
As a flex houseparent, you will reside in an on-campus student home, leading a group of approximately 8-12 students. This role requires a deep commitment to supporting the academic, emotional, and social development of our students.
Responsibilities:
- Provide a supportive and stable family environment for students
- Assist with daily tasks and activities, such as cooking, cleaning, and errands
- Facilitate communication between students, teachers, and other school staff
- Cultivate positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff
Requirements:
- Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings
- Couples must be 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
- Valid driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans
- High school diploma or GED required
Benefits:
- Competitive salary of $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 while students are at school
- Three-week paid summer vacation
Salary : $43,825
