What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Care Providers position at Milton Hershey School?
**Milton Hershey School Overview:**
We are one of the world's best private schools, where students in pre-K through 12th grade from disadvantaged backgrounds receive an exceptional career-focused education with housing, meals, and more – and all costs are covered.
Founded in 1909 by Milton and Catherine Hershey, our school has the resources to ensure both students and staff are provided everything they need to thrive.
**Job Description:**
As Houseparents, you will provide a family-like environment for disadvantaged students in pre-K through 12th grade, residing on-campus in a student home with a group of approximately 8-12 students.
**Requirements and 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.
- Limits on pets, only fish and one dog of approved breeds are 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.
- Both spouses must complete an individual employment application.
