What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Specialist position at Milton Hershey School?
Job Description:
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, the school is fully endowed and has the resources to ensure both students and staff are provided everything they need to thrive.
Responsibilities:
- Provide a consistent family-like structure for students
- Handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, etc.
Flex houseparents will be responsible for guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students, providing care and guidance to groups of students living on campus.
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.
- Both spouses must complete an individual employment application
Benefits:
- Salary of $43,825 per person (a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple which includes 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
- Schedule of nine days on followed by three days off. Workdays include a period of personal time while students are at school
- Three-week paid summer vacation
Working Conditions:
Work environment is a fast-paced, dynamic setting with regular interaction with students, colleagues, and supervisors.
The work schedule includes frequent early mornings, evenings, and weekends when students require supervision and support.
Why Work Here:
Milton Hershey School offers a unique career opportunity for individuals who want to make a positive impact on the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
We provide our employees with the support, resources, and opportunities needed to grow and develop their careers.
Our employees are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive community that promotes academic excellence, personal growth, and social responsibility.
By joining our team, you will be part of a dynamic organization that is dedicated to empowering young people to reach their full potential.
Salary : $43,825
