Houseparents - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required

Milton Hershey School is seeking married couples to become houseparents, guiding and nurturing a small group of students in a family-like residential setting. This unique role involves overseeing students' daily activities, providing support and structure, and maintaining a positive living environment.

Candidates must be legally married couples with experience working with youth, and they will receive comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance.

About Milton Hershey School

Milton Hershey School is one of the world's best private schools, providing an exceptional education to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. The school is fully endowed and has the resources to ensure both students and staff are provided everything they need to thrive.

Flex Houseparents Responsibilities

Flex houseparents reside in on-campus student homes, guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students. They provide a consistent family-like structure for students and handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, etc.

Benefits

· Salary of $43,825 per person (a 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. 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

· 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

This is a unique career path that takes consideration and commitment from both spouses.

Salary : $43,825