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Cornerstone Caregiving

Weekend Caregiver

Londonderry, PA · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

We are committed to providing exceptional care to individuals in need. Our caregivers are highly trained and compassionate, with a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. With ...

Tandem Living

Housekeeper - Weekend Program

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Every other weekend * Every third holiday rotation The Housekeeper role consists of performing a variety of housekeeping duties to ensure that Tandem Living campuses maintain a high level of ...

KH Group, LLC

Weekend Dishwasher

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

... weekends, and holidays as needed. Perks & Benefits: Competitive pay with tips and opportunities for advancement as we grow. Medical and dental insurance options for full-time employees. Paid holidays ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor Reporter

Lancaster, PA

The next WGAL News 8 Weekend Anchor is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. We are the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate servicing the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor Reporter

Lancaster, PA

The next WGAL News 8 Weekend Anchor is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. We are the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate servicing the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York ...

Hearst

Weekend Anchor Reporter

Lancaster, PA

The next WGAL News 8 Weekend Anchor is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. We are the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate servicing the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York ...

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How much do weekend jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend in Lancaster, PA is $136,153.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,200.00 and $165,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are weekend jobs?

Weekend jobs are positions that primarily require employees to work during the weekends, typically Saturday and Sunday. These roles are common in industries such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and customer service, where business activity continues or increases on weekends. Weekend jobs can be part-time or full-time and are ideal for students, people looking for extra income, or those with weekday commitments. Duties and schedules vary based on the employer and industry.

Where to find weekend jobs?

Whether you only need a part-time job or you need to supplement your full-time income, there are countless weekend jobs available nearly everywhere. Most weekend jobs are part-time jobs, including retail, food service, child care, fitness, customer service, teaching, tutoring, and medical care positions.

What are typical responsibilities and expectations for employees working weekend shifts?

Employees working weekend shifts are often responsible for maintaining business continuity during non-standard hours, which can include customer service, operational support, or facility management. Weekend roles may involve more independent work or smaller teams, requiring strong self-motivation and adaptability. Communication with weekday staff for smooth handovers and reporting is crucial. Flexibility and reliability are highly valued, as weekend coverage is essential for many industries.

What is the difference between Weekend vs Part-Time Worker?

AspectWeekendPart-Time Worker
Work SchedulePrimarily works on weekends, often with fixed weekend shiftsWorks fewer hours than full-time, flexible schedule including weekdays and weekends
CredentialsTypically no specific credentials required, varies by industryOften requires basic qualifications or certifications depending on the role
Work EnvironmentSame as full-time roles, often in retail, hospitality, or healthcareVaries widely, including retail, customer service, or administrative roles
Industry UsageCommon in retail, hospitality, healthcare, and service industriesUsed across many industries for flexible staffing needs

Weekend workers primarily work on weekends with fixed schedules, often in retail or hospitality. Part-time workers have flexible hours, working fewer hours overall, and may work weekdays or weekends. Both roles offer flexibility but differ in scheduling and commitment levels.

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Infographic showing various Weekend job openings in Lancaster, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 59% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% In-person, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $136,153 per year, or $65.5 per hour.

Weekend Houseparents, Part-Time

Milton Hershey School

Hershey, PA • On-site

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Milton Hershey School rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Milton Hershey School

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5.7

Company rating compared to similar companies: 5.7 out of 10

Private schools and tutoring average

Based on 1,871 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best private schools, where students in pre-K through 12th grade from disadvantaged backgrounds receive an exceptional career-focused education. They are also provided with housing, meals, and more-and all costs are covered. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who founded the school in 1909, the school is fully endowed and has the resources to ensure students can thrive.
MHS is hiring married couples to become weekend houseparents. Weekend houseparents are couples who stay in on-campus student homes every other weekend (from 6 p.m. Friday to 9:30 p.m. Sunday) to supervise and nurture a group of approximately 8-12 students while the full-time couples are off-duty. They provide a consistent family-like structure for students and handle responsibilities such as coordinating student activities, chaperoning to Sunday chapel services, driving student home vans, administering medications, preparing meals, and more.
Weekend houseparents are compensated $812.16 per person, per weekend and meals are provided while on duty. Paid training is provided and required annually.
Qualifications
  • Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings
  • This is a two-person job for couples who have been legally married for at least two years
  • Both spouses should be age 27 or older
  • No more than three dependent children may accompany the couple
  • Abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus. No alcohol is permitted while on duty
  • Valid driver's licenses; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
  • Couples should reside no more than a 100 mile radius of campus .
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students.
  • Both spouses must complete an individual employment application

This is a unique career path that takes consideration and commitment from both spouses. If you have any specific questions before or after applying, please reach out to our recruitment team at houseparentrecruitment@mhs-pa.org .

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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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