Job Details

Join the Milton Hershey School (MHS), an exceptional private school that provides a career-focused education along with essential housing and meals for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Founded in 1909, MHS is fully endowed by the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, ensuring abundant resources for both staff and students.

MHS is seeking married couples to take on the rewarding role of flex houseparents. As flex houseparents, you will reside on-campus in a student home, offering guidance and nurturing to a group of approximately 8-12 students. Your responsibilities will include driving, administering medication, managing budgets, and ensuring a consistent family-like structure for the students. Initially, you'll have the opportunity to work in various student homes before being assigned to one specific home.

Benefits

• Attractive salary of $43,825 per person, leading to a total compensation package of around $165,000 per couple, including free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; and retirement savings.
• Relocation assistance and paid training provided.
• A unique work schedule of nine days on followed by three days off, including personal time during school hours.
• Enjoy a three-week paid summer vacation!

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth, especially from underserved backgrounds is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of legal marriage and both partners aged 27 or older.
• Limited to three dependent children residing in the student home.
• Commitment to a smoke-free, weapon-free environment with no alcohol consumption while on duty.
• Pet restrictions allow only fish and one dog of approved breeds.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and the ability to become certified to drive student vans.
• Comfortable leading daily devotions and attending Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services, with a non-proselytizing approach.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated integrity as role models for students.
• Both spouses must complete individual employment applications.

Embark on this unique and fulfilling career journey together. For further inquiries, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team.