What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Specialist position at Milton Hershey School?
Youth Development Specialist
Milton Hershey School seeks married couples to serve as flex houseparents for groups of 8-12 students from disadvantaged backgrounds. This role includes guiding students, administering medication, and providing a family-like environment.
About Milton Hershey School
Milton Hershey School is one of the world's best private schools, providing an exceptional education to students in pre-K through 12th grade from disadvantaged backgrounds. All costs are covered, including housing, meals, and more.
Our Vision
We strive to create a supportive living environment for our students, where they can thrive and reach their full potential.
Responsibilities
- Guiding students and providing a family-like structure
- Administering medication and handling daily responsibilities
- Driving students to activities and appointments
- Budgeting and reporting
Benefits
- $43,825 salary 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
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
What We Offer
- A competitive compensation package
- A comprehensive benefits package
- Relocation assistance
- Paid training
- A supportive work environment
Salary : $43,825
