What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Support Providers position at Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School is seeking couples to act as Residential Youth Caregivers, providing a family-like structure for students in need of nurturing and guidance. As flex houseparents, married couples reside on campus, managing daily life and fostering personal growth within a unique educational setting.
Responsibilities include administering medication, handling household tasks, and creating a supportive environment. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings, and flexible spending accounts.
The ideal candidate couple will have experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings, and be legally married for at least two years. Both spouses should be age 27 or older, and no more than three dependent children may reside in the student home.
A valid driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans are required. 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, and candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students. This is a unique career path that takes consideration and commitment from both spouses.
