Houseparents
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on22, Phoenix Avenue, Exchange Place, Waterbury, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut, 06702, 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 to serve students 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 students' academic, emotional, and social development, enabling them to 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, successful Flex Houseparents transition into a Placed Houseparent role, living and working permanently with the same group of students in their own student home. This career requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses.
Hiring Process
This is a two-person role requiring both spouses to be legally married for at least two years and to complete individual employment applications. To learn more about the position and to apply, please visit www.mhskids.org.
Our Culture and Values
MHS staff serve as role models for students, demonstrating integrity and professionalism. The campus is committed to being smoke-free and weapon-free, with no alcohol permitted while on duty. The environment is Judeo-Christian, and houseparents are expected to be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Sunday Chapel services, though proselytizing is prohibited.
Work location
Work model: On-site
22, Phoenix Avenue, Exchange Place, Waterbury, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut, 06702, United States
Waterbury, Connecticut
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide daily supervision and mentorship to students
- check_circleAdminister medications and ensure student wellness
- check_circleLead daily devotions and accompany students to chapel services
- check_circleOversee budgeting and household reporting
- check_circleManage household routines and student schedules
- check_circleDrive students to activities and plan developmental programs
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or GED
- verifiedExperience working or volunteering with youth
- verifiedLegally married for at least two years
- verifiedBoth spouses age 27 or older
- verifiedValid U.S. driver's license
- verifiedAbility to become certified to drive student home vans
- verifiedAbility to lift 50 lbs
Benefits & Perks
check_circleComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleHealth savings and flexible spending accountscheck_circleLife insurance and disability optionscheck_circleRetirement savings plancheck_circleRelocation assistancecheck_circlePaid trainingcheck_circlePaid time off at designated times throughout the yearcheck_circleFree housing, meals while on duty, and utilities
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Budgeting, Driving.
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
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 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 22, Phoenix Avenue, Exchange Place, Waterbury, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut, 06702, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Houseparents job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Milton Hershey School Alumni Association has listed this Houseparents role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Houseparents role?expand_more
Candidates for Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Houseparents role at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association?expand_more
Key skills for Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association include Budgeting; and Driving.
What education is required for Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED required.
What category does the Houseparents role belong to?expand_more
Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.