Youth Development Specialist

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 remains sustainable. With over 12,000 graduates and a continued expansion to serve more students, MHS stands as 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 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 Flex schedule, where houseparents initially support various student homes. The working cycle consists of 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 unique, challenging, and rewarding career choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses. To be considered, both spouses must complete individual employment applications. For more information and to apply, please visit www.mhskids.org.

Work location

Work model: On-site

245, Opal Road, Commercial Township, Cumberland County, New Jersey, 08332, United States

Commercial Township, New Jersey

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

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Driving, Budgeting, Medication Administration.

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

Day-to-day, the Youth Development Specialist 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 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; 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 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 245, Opal Road, Commercial Township, Cumberland County, New Jersey, 08332, 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.

How much experience is required for this Youth Development Specialist role?expand_more

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 Driving; Budgeting; and Medication Administration.

What education is required for Youth Development Specialist at Milton Hershey School Alumni Association?expand_more

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.