AI summary
Houseparents are live-in residential caregivers who create a safe, nurturing home environment for students on campus, supporting daily routines and social-emotional development. You’ll work within a residential school setting (Milton Hershey School) alongside educators and support staff, with the standout perk being an on-campus live-in role focused on making a lasting impact on children’s lives.
Key skills
Residential student supervisionSupporting daily routinesSocial and emotional development supportCharacter development mentoringAfter-school activity supervisionHousehold managementCollaboration with educators and support staffCommunity buildingRole-modeling positive values and life skillsCommitment to diversity and inclusion
Salary not listed — comparable US houseparent/live-in residential care roles typically pay around $35k–$55k depending on scope and included housing/benefits.
You'll thrive here if you’re compassionate and organized, enjoy mentoring young people, and are committed to diversity, personal growth, and creating a stable home environment on campus.
Why apply
- Live on campus
- Make lasting impact on children
- Collaborate with educators and staff
Milton Hershey School is seeking dedicated Houseparents to live on campus and create a safe, nurturing home environment for students in a residential school setting. Houseparents support students’ daily routines, social and emotional growth, and character development while modeling positive values and life skills. Responsibilities include supervising after-school activities, managing household responsibilities, collaborating with educators and support staff, and fostering a sense of community. Ideal candidates are compassionate, organized, and committed to diversity, personal growth, and making a lasting impact on children’s lives.