Youth Development Specialist

About the School

Located in Hershey, PA, the Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where over 2,200 pre-K through 12th-grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds receive an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. 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 and 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 play a vital role in 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 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

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, while proselytizing is prohibited.

Work location

Work model: On-site

92, Deerfield Drive, City of Canandaigua, Ontario County, New York, 14424, United States

City of Canandaigua, New York

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 recreational programs

Requirements

verifiedHigh school diploma or GED
verifiedValid U.S. driver's license
verifiedExperience working or volunteering with youth
verifiedLegally married for at least two years
verifiedBoth spouses age 27 or older
verifiedAbility to lift 50 lbs
verifiedCommitment to smoke-free and weapon-free campus
verifiedNo alcohol while on duty
verifiedAbility to become certified to drive student home vans

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 Youth Development Specialist at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association

What does a Youth Development Specialist at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association do?expand_more

A Youth Development Specialist 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.

What are the requirements for this Youth Development Specialist role?expand_more

Milton Hershey School Alumni Association is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school diploma or GED; Valid U.S. driver's license; Experience working or volunteering with youth; Legally married for at least two years; Both spouses age 27 or older; and Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Where is the Youth Development Specialist role at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association located?expand_more

Youth Development Specialist at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association is based in 92, Deerfield Drive, City of Canandaigua, Ontario County, New York, 14424, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Youth Development Specialist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Milton Hershey School Alumni Association has listed this Youth Development Specialist role as on-site.

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Candidates for Youth Development Specialist at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the Youth Development Specialist role at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association?expand_more

Key skills for Youth Development Specialist 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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Youth Development Specialist at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.