Milton Hershey School Houseparents

About the Role: As a married couple, you have the unique opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of students from disadvantaged backgrounds. At Milton Hershey School, we are seeking dedicated and compassionate houseparents to provide a family-like environment for our students. This role involves guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students, handling responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, and more.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary of $43,825 per person, with a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple, including 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.
• A 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.
• 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.

Salary : $43,825