What are the responsibilities and job description for the Milton Hershey School Youth Care Specialists position at Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School seeks married couples to join our team as House Parents, providing a nurturing family environment for students in need.
Our Mission
We are committed to guiding and supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping them reach their full potential through education and personal development.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary of $43,825 per person, totaling approximately $150,000 per couple
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability options, and retirement savings
- Relocation assistance and paid training
- A schedule of nine days on followed by three days off, with personal time while students are at school
- Three-week paid summer vacation
Responsibilities
As House Parents, you will be responsible for mentoring youth, providing structure, and handling daily tasks such as budgeting and transportation.
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
- Limits on pets. Only fish and one dog of approved breeds is permitted
- Valid 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.
Salary : $43,825
