Houseparents
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onFlorida Historic Capitol Museum, 400, South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida, 32399, 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 was fully endowed to ensure its longevity. Thanks to their foresight, MHS has graduated over 12,000 students and continues to expand its mission to serve more children in need.
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.
The 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 home.
Application 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 this rewarding career 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 strictly smoke-free and weapon-free, with no alcohol permitted while on duty. The environment is Judeo-Christian in nature, with houseparents expected to lead daily devotions and accompany students to Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing is prohibited). The school also maintains specific pet limitations, allowing only fish and one dog of approved breeds.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Florida Historic Capitol Museum, 400, South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida, 32399, United States
Tallahassee, Florida
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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
A Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association is responsible for the following: Provide daily supervision and mentorship to students; Administer medications and ensure student wellness; Lead daily devotions and accompany students to chapel services; and Oversee budgeting and household 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 Florida Historic Capitol Museum, 400, South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida, 32399, United States. This is a on-site role.