What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Life Coach position at Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School: Empowering Youth through Transitional Living
The Transitional Living Assistant plays a vital role in supporting high school seniors living on campus, fostering their growth and development in essential life skills. This position involves mentoring students, organizing recreational activities, and collaborating with staff to refine life skills training programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Mentoring students to develop life skills necessary for post-graduation success
- Supervising students and maintaining a safe and supportive living environment
- Organizing recreational activities and events to promote socialization and teamwork
- Collaborating with staff to evaluate and enhance the program
About Milton Hershey School:
Milton Hershey School is a top-notch home and school providing an extraordinary cost-free education to 2,000 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Established in 1909 by Milton and Catherine Hershey, the school has produced almost 12,000 graduates.
We are seeking Flex Transitional Living Assistants (FTLA) to live with and supervise high school seniors in campus residence buildings in Hershey, PA. FTLAs mentor MHS seniors to ensure they develop the life skills necessary for success post-graduation – whether they are entering post-secondary education, the military, or the world of work.
Responsibilities include creating and supervising evening & weekend recreational activities, taking students to Sunday chapel services, and collaborating with fellow staff members to continually evaluate and enhance the program. Additionally, FTLAs provide coverage in MHS's students homes as needed.
This is a year-round position, working a schedule of 9 consecutive days, followed by 3 days off. Compensation includes a minimum annual salary of $48,799 plus a benefits package. Housing & utilities are provided. Up to $2,800 in relocation assistance is available.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree required
- Valid driver's license in good standing and an ability to become certified to drive a 9-passenger van
- Experience working in youth residential settings a plus
- Experience mentoring, teaching &/or advising diverse youth from under-served settings desired
Salary : $48,799
