Houseparents
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPaxton Avenue, Ballpark, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84111, United States
About the School
Located in Hershey, PA, the Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a premier home and school providing an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education to over 2,200 pre-K through 12th-grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Established in 1909 by Milton and Catherine Hershey, the school is fully endowed, ensuring that its mission of serving students in need continues to expand. With over 12,000 graduates, MHS remains a testament to the founders' foresight and generosity.
About the Role
MHS is seeking married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents in a unique, life-changing career. In this role, couples reside in on-campus student homes to provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students. Flex Houseparents are vital to creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters the academic, emotional, and social development of students, helping them reach their full potential.
This position begins with a flexible schedule where houseparents support various student homes, working nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off. During weekdays, houseparents have unscheduled time while students are in school. Over time, Flex Houseparents transition into a Placed Houseparent role, living and working permanently with the same group of students in their own student home.
Hiring Process
This is a two-person role requiring both spouses to be legally married for at least two years and at least 27 years of age. For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications. To learn more about the position and to apply, please visit www.mhskids.org.
Our Culture
MHS staff serve as role models for students, requiring a demonstrated commitment to integrity and professionalism. The campus is smoke-free and weapon-free, with no alcohol permitted while on duty. The school fosters a Judeo-Christian environment, and houseparents are expected to be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing is prohibited). We welcome couples who are committed to student success and are prepared to embrace this challenging and rewarding life choice.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Paxton Avenue, Ballpark, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84111, United States
Salt Lake City, Utah
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Frequently asked questions about Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association
What does a Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association do?expand_more
In this Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association role, you will provide daily supervision and mentorship to students; administer medications and ensure student wellness; lead daily devotions and accompany students to chapel services; and oversee household budgeting and reporting.
What are the requirements for this Houseparents role?expand_more
To qualify for the Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association position, applicants should have: High school diploma or GED; Experience working or volunteering with youth; Legally married for at least two years; Both spouses age 27 or older; Valid U.S. driver's license; and Ability to become certified to drive student home vans.
Where is the Houseparents role at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association located?expand_more
Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association is based in Paxton Avenue, Ballpark, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84111, United States. This is a on-site role.