What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Specialist position at Milton Hershey School?
Youth Development Specialist - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
Milton Hershey School is seeking married couples to serve as flex houseparents, providing a nurturing family-like environment for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. This role involves mentoring students, driving, administering medication, and maintaining budgets while living on campus.
About Milton Hershey School
Milton Hershey School is one of the world's best private schools, offering an exceptional career-focused education with housing, meals, and more - all costs 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 thrive.
Flex Houseparent Responsibilities
As a flex houseparent, you will reside in an on-campus student home, guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students. You will handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, and more.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings.
Additionally, you will receive relocation assistance, paid training, and a competitive salary of $43,825 per person (a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple).
Qualifications
We are seeking couples who have:
- Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings
Culture and Lifestyle
We are a smoke-free and weapon-free campus, and no alcohol is permitted while on duty. We also have limitations on pets, allowing only fish and one dog of approved breeds.
Salary : $43,825
