What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time or Pa position at Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School is one of the world's best private schools, providing an exceptional career-focused education with housing, meals, and more to students in pre-K through 12th grade from disadvantaged backgrounds at no cost to families.
Job Summary:
Flex houseparents reside in on-campus student homes, guiding and nurturing groups of approximately 8-12 students. They handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, etc. Flex houseparents cover different student homes before being assigned to one specific home.
- Responsibilities:
- Drive students to school events, activities, and appointments
- Assist students with daily living tasks, including laundry and personal care
- Encourage physical activity and outdoor play
- Prepare healthy snacks and meals
- Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of their home and surrounding area
- Participate in household management, including grocery shopping and meal planning
- Monitor and manage student behavior, addressing any concerns or issues that may arise
- Cultivate strong relationships with students, serving as role models and mentors
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
- Abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus. No alcohol is permitted while on duty
- Limitations on pets. Only fish and one dog of approved breeds is permitted
- Valid U.S. driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
- Couples must be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and take students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services (Note: Proselytizing is prohibited)
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students.
- Both spouses must complete an individual employment application