Houseparents, Full-Time
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on422, South Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66603, 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 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 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, 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 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 supports a Judeo-Christian foundation, with houseparents leading daily devotions and accompanying 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
422, South Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66603, United States
Topeka, Kansas
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 household budgeting and 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
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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, Full-Time at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association
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A Houseparents, Full-Time 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 household budgeting and reporting.
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To qualify for the Houseparents, Full-Time 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.
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Houseparents, Full-Time at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association is based in 422, South Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, 66603, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Milton Hershey School Alumni Association has listed this Houseparents, Full-Time role as on-site.
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Key skills for Houseparents, Full-Time at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association include Valid U.s. Driver's License; High School Diploma; and Ged.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED required.
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