Houseparents
On-siteClinton, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Oversee morning and evening routines, prepare nutritious meals, and supervise homework while transporting students to school activities and appointments. Coordinate extracurricular, recreational, and community service activities to help students build life skills and resilience. Manage the student home's cleanliness, organization, and safety, including household budgeting, basic record keeping, and communication with school staff, teachers, counselors, and administrators. Observe and report student progress, address behavioral issues using positive behavior supports, and implement school-wide policies consistently. Follow a structured work schedule that may include evenings and weekends while living in school-provided housing.
Required Qualifications
- experience working with children or youth in settings such as education, social services, counseling, youth ministry, coaching, or residential care
- Strong organizational skills
- basic computer literacy
- the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic home environment
- A high level of integrity
- emotional stability
- commitment to Milton Hershey School's mission
- cultural competence
- strong communication skills
- patience
- empathy
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Must be available for weekend shifts
- Must be able to effectively lead and coach others
- Strong attention to detail
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree preferred
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