Milton Hershey School Is Hiring A Bilingual

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, PA, offers a transformative career opportunity for married couples passionate about student development and community service. Join a renowned institution dedicated to empowering students from disadvantaged backgrounds through a comprehensive, cost-free education. 🌟

About Milton Hershey School (MHS)

Founded in 1909 through the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, MHS has grown to serve over 2,200 pre-K through 12th-grade students, boasting more than 12,000 alumni. The school emphasizes creating a family-like environment that nurtures academic, emotional, and social success for each student. 🎓

Position: Full-Time Flex Houseparents

We are seeking dedicated married couples to serve as Full-Time Flex Houseparents. This impactful role involves residing in on-campus student homes and providing essential care, supervision, and guidance to groups of approximately 8–13 students. Together, you will help foster an environment where students can thrive academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing daily supervision and mentorship to students
• Managing household routines and student schedules
• Administering medications and promoting student wellness
• Driving students to activities and engaging in developmental and recreational activities
• Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel
• Overseeing household budgeting and reporting

Work Schedule

Upon hiring, couples support various student homes on a schedule of nine consecutive days on duty followed by three days off. During weekdays, houseparents have unscheduled time while students are in school. Gradually, they transition into a Placed Houseparent role, living and working with the same students in their own home. 🏡

Benefits

• Salary: $44,768 per person (≈ $168,000 total per couple), which includes free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more
• Comprehensive insurance: medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, flexible spending, life insurance, and disability options
• Retirement savings options
• Relocation assistance and paid training
• Paid time off throughout the year

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering with youth
• Legally married couples for at least two years
• Both spouses aged 27 or older
• Maximum of three dependent children residing in the student home
• Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol while on duty
• Pet restrictions: only fish and one approved breed dog
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with the ability to get certified to drive student vans
• Comfort leading students in daily devotions and attending Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel (proselytizing prohibited)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and role-model behavior

Application Details

This rewarding career demands a significant level of commitment to student success. Both spouses must submit individual applications to be considered. For more information and to apply, click here. Join us in making a lasting difference! 🌟