Youth Development Specialist - Relocation to Hershey, PA
$46,917–$46,917 year
On-siteAlexandria, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Provide daily supervision, mentorship, and guidance for 8–13 students in on-campus homes while managing household routines, schedules, and medication administration. Plan and lead recreational activities, drive students to events, and oversee budgeting and household reporting. Lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel services. Work a schedule of nine consecutive duty days followed by three days off, with unscheduled time available during weekdays. Transition into a Placed Houseparent role after initial support of various homes. Both spouses must be married for at least two years, be 27 or older, hold a valid driver's license, and commit to a smoke-free, weapon-free campus.
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.
- Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students
- This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career and life choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses
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