What are the responsibilities and job description for the Married Couples Needed for Student Support position at Milton Hershey School?
About the Role
The Flex Houseparent position requires a committed couple to provide a family-like environment for students. This role involves guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students, handling daily responsibilities, and ensuring their overall well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive students to activities and appointments
- Administer medication as needed
- Budget and manage household expenses
- Report student progress and concerns
What We Offer
- $43,825 salary per person (approx. $150,000 total compensation package)
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance, health savings accounts, 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
- 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
- Able to abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus
- Limits on pets; only fish and one dog of approved breeds permitted
- Valid driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
- Couples must be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and taking them 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
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