What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Youth Support Team position at Milton Hershey School?
Why Join Our Team?
Milton Hershey School is a dynamic and supportive community where staff members work together to create a positive and inclusive environment for our students. We are looking for couples who share our values and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our students.
Role and Responsibilities
As a Flex Houseparent, you will provide guidance and nurturing to a group of 8-12 students living in an on-campus student home. Your responsibilities will include driving, administering medication, budgeting, and maintaining a family-like structure.
You will be responsible for covering different student homes before being assigned to one specific home. Your role will involve leading daily devotions and taking students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services.
Benefits and Compensation
We offer a highly competitive salary package, including a base salary of $43,825 per person, with a total compensation package of approximately $150,000 per couple. This includes free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and other benefits.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability options, and retirement savings.
Qualifications and 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
- Valid driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
- Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students
Schedule and Work-Life Balance
In addition to the salary and benefits mentioned earlier, you will also enjoy a schedule of nine days on followed by three days off, with workdays including a period of personal time while students are at school. You will also receive three-week paid summer vacation.
Policies and Guidelines
Milton Hershey School is committed to providing a smoke-free and weapon-free campus environment. Candidates must abide by these policies. Only fish and one dog of approved breeds are permitted in student homes. A valid driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans are required.
Candidates must submit both employment applications individually.
Salary : $43,825
