Job Details

Join the Milton Hershey School (MHS), a prestigious private institution dedicated to providing high-quality education to students from disadvantaged backgrounds from pre-K through 12th grade. With generous support from the Hershey family's legacy since 1909, MHS offers an exceptional career-focused education, along with housing, meals, and comprehensive support—completely free of charge.

MHS is currently seeking married couples to serve as flex houseparents. As a flex houseparent, you will reside in an on-campus student home, providing guidance and nurturing for a small group of 8-12 students. Your role will involve creating a warm, family-like environment and managing responsibilities such as:

• Driving students to activities
• Administering medication
• Budgeting for household needs
• Reporting on student progress

Initially, you will rotate among different student homes before being assigned to a permanent residence.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of $44,768 per person, resulting in an approximate total compensation package of $165,000 per couple, including:
• Free housing and meals while on duty
• Utilities and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and disability options
• Retirement savings plans
• Relocation assistance and paid training
• A generous schedule of nine days on duty followed by three days off, with personal time when students are at school
• Three-week paid summer vacation

Qualifications:

• Experience working or volunteering with youth, especially from under-served communities
• Couples must have been legally married for at least two years
• Both spouses should be at least 27 years old
• Maximum of three dependent children may reside in the student home
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol allowed while on duty
• Pets are limited: only fish and one dog of approved breeds are allowed
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans
• Comfort in leading daily devotions and attending Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services (Note: proselytizing is prohibited)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstration of high integrity as role models for students

Both spouses must complete an individual employment application. This unique career path requires dedication and teamwork from both partners. If you have any questions before or after applying, please reach out to our recruitment team.