Houseparent — IN at Milton Hershey School Alumni

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 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 with the same group of students in their own dedicated student home.

Hiring Process

This is a two-person role requiring both spouses 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, requiring a demonstrated commitment to 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

3737, North Smith Street, Vigo County, Indiana, 47805, United States

Indiana

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 planRelocation assistance

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Valid U.s. Driver's License, High School Diploma, Ged.

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

Day-to-day, the Houseparents at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association 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

Milton Hershey School Alumni Association is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 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 3737, North Smith Street, Vigo County, Indiana, 47805, 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 Valid U.s. Driver's License; High School Diploma; and Ged.

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.

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