Houseparents - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
$46,917–$46,917 year
On-siteBainbridge, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Provide daily supervision, mentorship, and guidance for 8–13 students while managing household routines, medication administration, and student wellness. Drive students to activities and plan developmental or recreational engagements, including leading daily devotions and accompanying them to Sunday Chapel. Oversee budgeting and household reporting, ensuring a structured, family-like environment supports academic, emotional, and social growth. This two-person role requires married couples (aged 27+) to reside on-campus for nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off, with eventual transition to a Placed Houseparent position. Relocation to Hershey, PA is required.
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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