What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Guidance Specialist position at Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School seeks married couples to become flex houseparents, guiding and nurturing groups of students aged pre-K to 12th grade. As flex houseparents, you and your spouse will reside on-campus, providing a consistent family-like structure for students and handling responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, and reporting.
This rewarding opportunity involves working closely with students, helping them grow and develop academically, socially, and emotionally. You will play a vital role in shaping the lives of our students and creating a supportive community that fosters their growth and well-being.
In addition to your salary, comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; and retirement savings. We also provide relocation assistance and paid training.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide a family-like environment for students, ensuring their physical, emotional, and academic needs are met
- Drive students to activities and appointments, administer medication, and handle other responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive and supportive community for students
- Attend daily devotions and take students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services
Requirements:
- Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings
- Age 27 or older, with no more than three dependent children residing in the student home
- Valid driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans
- High school diploma or GED required
