Houseparents - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
$46,917–$46,917 year
On-siteEdwardsville, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Provide daily supervision, mentorship, and household management for 8–13 students in on-campus homes. Administer medications, drive students to activities, and lead devotions while planning recreational engagement. Transition from supporting multiple homes on a nine-on, three-off rotation to a Placed Houseparent role with a dedicated student group. Manage household budgets and reporting, ensuring a structured, family-like environment that supports academic, emotional, and social development. Both spouses must complete individual applications, as this is a two-person role requiring a minimum two-year marriage and specific age and experience qualifications.
Required Qualifications
- Experience working or volunteering with youth
- This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years
- Both spouses must be age 27 or older
- No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home
- Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty
- Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed
- Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans
- Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)
- High school diploma or GED required
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students
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