Position: Houseparents – Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
About: Milton Hershey School, a renowned private educational institution, is currently seeking married couples to serve as Flex Houseparents. These couples reside on-campus, providing guidance and support to a group of approximately 8-12 students each. The school, established in 1909 by Milton and Catherine Hershey, offers a unique opportunity for disadvantaged students to receive a top-notch education. Flex Houseparents play a vital role in creating a nurturing and family-like environment for the students, handling various responsibilities within the student homes.
Requirements: Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings; both spouses must be legally married for at least two years and aged 27 or older; no more than three dependent children may reside in the student home; abide by campus rules including no smoking, weapons, or alcohol while on duty; limitations on pets with only fish and one approved dog permitted; valid driver’s license and ability to drive student home vans; comfortable leading students in daily devotions and taking them to Sunday chapel services; high school diploma or GED required; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; must demonstrate a high degree of integrity and serve as positive role models for students; both spouses must complete an individual employment application
Benefits: Salary of $43,825 per person (a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple including free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more); 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 with personal time; three-week paid summer vacation
