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Milton Hershey SchoolPosted 2 months ago

Youth Development Specialist - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required

$46,917–$46,917 year

On-siteHershey, Pennsylvania, United States or Williams, California, United States

Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentLarge

Job Summary

Married couples are hired as Full-time Flex Houseparents at Milton Hershey School to reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, supervision, and guidance for a group of approximately 8–13 students. Responsibilities include supervising students, managing routines and schedules, administering medications, driving students to activities, planning and leading development and recreational activities, and leading daily devotions and Chapel visits. The role begins with a nine-days-on, three-days-off schedule, with potential transition to a Placed Houseparent living and working with the same student group. Benefits include salary per person, comprehensive insurance, retirement options, relocation assistance, and paid time off. Requires a two-person married couple with at least two years of marriage, both spouses aged 27 or older, and a valid U.S. driver’s license, HS diploma/GED, ability to lift 50 lbs, and experience with youth; relocation to Hershey, PA is required for consideration. For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience working or volunteering with youth
  • 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
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
  • Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students
  • Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty
  • Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)

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