What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Coordinator position at Milton Hershey School?
About Milton Hershey School
Milton Hershey School is 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.
Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who founded the school in 1909, we have the resources to ensure both students and staff are provided everything they need to thrive.
Our Mission
We provide a nurturing environment for disadvantaged youth in an on-campus residence. The Youth Development Specialist at Milton Hershey School serves as a flex houseparent couple, guiding and supporting a group of 8-12 students, including administering medication and facilitating daily activities.
Job Responsibilities
- Administer medication to students when necessary
- Facilitate daily activities and support student development
- Provide a consistent family-like structure for students
- Handle responsibilities such as driving, budgeting, and reporting
Benefits
- Salary of $43,825 per person (total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple)
- 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
- Schedule of nine days on followed by three days off
- 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
Salary : $43,825
