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Work EnvironmentAssisted living facilities, private homesHome care, nursing homes, assisted living
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Residential Living Assistant

Milton Hershey School

Hershey, PA • On-site

$49K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Milton Hershey School rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 23 rated private schools and tutoring

Job description

Description
Hershey, PA On-Site | Year-Round | Starting Salary $49,080 + Excellent Benefits + Housing + Utilities + Positively Impact Youth
Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students.
MHS is hiring Residential Living Assistants (ALSO KNOWN AS FLEX TRANSITIONAL LIVING ASSISTANTS - FTLAs) to live in campus residences to supervise and mentor high school seniors, preparing them for independent living after graduation. FTLAs play a vital role - teaching and role-modeling life skills including self-responsibility, goal setting, time management, personal finance, healthy relationships and more. They also create and supervise developmental and recreational activities, accompany students to Sunday chapel services, collaborate with staff to continually enhance the program, and provide coverage in student homes as needed.
Schedule & Compensation
  • Year-round position with a schedule of 9 consecutive workdays followed by 3 days off
  • Minimum annual salary of $49,080
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and after a year of service - a 403(b) savings plan
  • Housing and utilities are provided!
  • Paid training and up to $2,800 relocation assistance

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Valid driver's license in good standing; ability to become certified to drive a 9-passenger van
  • Experience mentoring, teaching, or coaching youth
  • Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to proactively problem-solve, influence, and collaborate
  • Strong organizational skills, while also maintaining a high degree of flexibility
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google applications, and social media platforms
  • Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism-MHS staff serve as role models for students

Additional Requirements for Live-In Role:
  • In this on-campus residential position, occupancy is limited to the employee and, if applicable, their legally married spouse. No other individuals, or pets , may reside in the provided accommodations
  • Overnight guests must be pre-approved
  • No smoking or weapons permitted
  • No alcohol consumption while on duty

This position is more than just a job -it's a life style that positively impacts young lives!

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Founded in 1909 by chocolate maker Milton Hershey and his wife Catherine, Milton Hershey School transforms the lives of lower-income children through a cost-free, high-quality education and structured home life.Married houseparent couples are the schools heartbeat and are vital to students success. Couples reside with eight-12 students in their student homes and provide caring homes away from home. The school provides extensive resources to support houseparents so they can focus on their students.

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hershey, PA, US

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