What are the responsibilities and job description for the Houseparents - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required position at Milton Hershey School?
As a Houseparent at Milton Hershey School, you will provide a nurturing family-like environment for disadvantaged students. This unique role is designed for married couples who share responsibilities in caring for students, managing household tasks, and leading daily devotions. You will enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a structured schedule that supports work-life balance.
Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best private schools. We serve students in pre-K through 12th grade from disadvantaged backgrounds and provide an exceptional career-focused education with housing, meals, and more – all costs are covered thanks to the generosity of our founders.
Our staff have access to everything they need to thrive, making MHS a wonderful place to work. As a Houseparent, you will reside in on-campus student homes, guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students. You will handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, and more.
Benefits
• Salary of $43,825 per person (a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple which 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
• Schedule of nine days on followed by three days off. Workdays include a period of 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. No alcohol is 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 take students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services (Note: Proselytizing is prohibited)
• 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.
• Both spouses must complete an individual employment application
Salary : $43,825
