FEATURED JOB OPENING: Full-Time Houseparents at Milton Hershey School - Hershey, PA

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is hiring married couples to be houseparents. Houseparents are the core of MHS. Couples live with and are responsible for a small group of students over several years. Houseparents care for and provide a consistent family-like structure students can rely on and teach skills and values outside of the classroom. Houseparents have a lasting impact. That’s why it’s a career that’s worth every minute!  

Houseparent Schedule:

• Nine days on, three days off
• Mornings: Prepare students for the school day
• School daytime: Attend trainings or enjoy personal time
• Afternoons and evenings: Extracurriculars, chores, meals, homework, and more
• Weekends & Summers: Time for enrichment, recreation, and relaxation.

Milton Hershey School offers an exceptional educational experience to students from lower-income families who are looking for greater opportunities and allows them to explore their individual interests to the fullest. Houseparents collaborate extensively with students’ families and other MHS staff to foster student success and build a community of caregivers. They also handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, etc.  

Houseparents are responsible for all aspects of student development including spiritual well-being. Couples lead students in daily devotions and take students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services. More info about MHS Religious Programs is available via this link.  Proselytizing is prohibited. Today the community is made up of a large diverse, population of students and houseparents from a wide range of backgrounds and faiths, united by a shared commitment to the School’s values: commitment to mission, integrity, positive spirit, and mutual respect.

Houseparents are first hired in a flex role in which couples provide coverage in different student homes until they’re assigned their own home.

Benefits:

• Salary of $42,903 per person (a total estimated compensation package of $150,000 for you and your spouse that includes housing, meals while on duty, utilities, comprehensive benefits, and a combined pre-tax salary)
• Relocation assistance and paid training are provided.

Qualifications:

• Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably youth from under-served settings. 
• This is a two-person job for couples legally married for at least two years.
• Both spouses should be age 27 or older.
• No more than two dependent children may reside in the student home.
• Abide by a smoke free and weapon free campus. No alcohol is permitted while on duty.
• Limitations on pets. Only fish or one dog of approved breeds permitted. 
• Valid driver’s license in good standing and an ability to become certified to drive.
• Skills include leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, computer, budgeting, flexibility, and persistence. 
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.  
• Candidates should demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are role models for students.  
• Please note - both spouses must complete an individual employment application to be considered.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Live-In Assistant Management Couple - Boise, ID

Hawthorn Senior Living, a senior housing company for active seniors, is now hiring for Assistant Management Couples in Boise.

The successful candidate couple must consist of two qualified candidates who have a passion for working with seniors. Also, a proven customer service background and strong management/supervisory experience is necessary to assist in the management of the day-to-day operations of our retirement communities. If you’ve always wanted to work with your spouse or partner and would like to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents, please apply!

Salary Package and Benefits:

At Hawthorn Senior Living we have a very attractive salary package for our Assistant Manager teams. The salary package is broken down into the following categories:

Salary:
We offer a competitive salary starting at $60,000 to $70,000 per year to start (depending on the cost of living in the area where are placed) for our Assistant Management Team. However, each person will be paid their own individually portion of the aforementioned salary.

Accommodation:
As this is a live-in position, the accommodation provided is a one bedroom, one-bathroom apartment with washer and dryer in the unit. In addition to the apartment benefit, the Assistant Managers are also provided with all utilities paid including basic cable, unlimited parking, and as well as all meals included. In addition, we offer relocation assistance and encourage all applicants who are open to relocation, to apply.

Healthcare and Other Perks:
We offer a competitive salary and a benefit package that includes paid time off and the opportunity to elect healthcare, dental, vision, prescription plan and disability benefits; as well as life insurance, a 401k plan with company match (or RRSP in Canada) and an employee assistance program.

Schedule:
Our Assistant managers work five days per week with two consecutive days off and a rotating on-call shift. We also offer paid time off including holiday, vacation and sick time.

Training:

Complete, hands-on training is provided for Assistant Management Teams, however, previous experience in a similar role is an asset. People management experience is preferred. This position is designed as a training and development role and the hope is that our Assistant Management Teams will aspire to become Managers of their own Gracious Community within a short training period.

Pets:

We allow well-behaved pets in our communities with no breed restrictions so you are more than welcomed to have your furry family members join you on this adventure.

Overall Job Purpose:

Our Assistant Managers will work hand in hand with the Community Managers as a team to ensure that we obtain and hold 100% resident happiness, 100% financial occupancy, 100% on budget, along with a 100% trained and motivated staff.

Minimum Job Qualifications and Requirements:

· Be able to work as part of a team with the Managers and the Executive Chef to provide a great living environment for our residents and a safe and motivating work atmosphere for our staff.

· Support the Managers in the day-to-day operations of the Community.

· Willingness and ability to live on-site in an assigned apartment.

· Prior management experience including operational and financial experience in managing employees, customer service, purchasing, payroll and accounts payable/receivable.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff.

· Ability to keep all business, operational, and resident information confidential.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Live-In Assistant Management Couple - Alpharetta, GA

Hawthorn Senior Living, a gracious retirement community for active seniors is now hiring for an Assistant Management Couple for Alpharetta.

The successful candidate couple must have a passion for serving older adults with proven customer service and strong management/supervisory skills to assist in the management of the day-to-day operations of our retirement community. If you’ve always wanted to work together and would like to make a positive difference in our residents’ lives, please apply!

We offer a competitive salary starting at $60,000 to $70,000 per year depending on location. However, each person will be paid their own individually portion of the aforementioned salary, paid time off, insurance benefits, housing, meals, utilities and the chance to make a difference in the lives of our seniors.

Overall Job Purpose:
Working hand in hand with the Community Managers as a team to ensure that we obtain and hold 100% resident happiness, 100% financial occupancy, 100% on budget with a 100% trained and motivated staff.

Minimum Job Qualifications and Requirements:
• Be able to work as part of a team with the Managers and the Chef to provide a great living environment for our residents and a safe and motivating work atmosphere for our staff. To support the Managers in the day-to-day operations of the Community.
• Willingness and ability to live on-site in an assigned apartment.
• Prior management experience including operational and financial experience in managing employees, customer service, purchasing, payroll and accounts payable/receivable.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff.
• Ability to keep all business, operational and resident information confidential.

Our residents deserve the best so we are seeking people who understand hospitality, integrity and compassion. We are dedicated to bringing in the right person for the job, therefore if relocation is necessary, we are willing to assist. 

We do pre-employment background checks, employment verifications, and reference checks. Hawthorn Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: House Parents / Vocational Advisor - Columbus, MT

Special K Ranch is a non-profit Christian organization looking for an energetic, loving couple to live with and assist 4 developmentally disabled adults on a working ranch. Our homes are family orientated and our residents work in several different vocational programs right here on the ranch.  You will learn more about life through the resident’s eyes, as you come along side them to help develop life skills.

The ranch is located near Columbus, Montana on 220 acres of irrigated land directly on the Yellowstone River. Offers a living and learning experience in a rural agricultural setting for people with developmental disabilities. Sheep and cattle are raised on the ranch. The residents operate a 60,000 square foot greenhouse business where bedding plants and hydroponic tomatoes are grown for the stores and farmers market. Special K Ranch is a forever home for our residents; our vision is to nurture the human and spiritual potential of our residents.  

The ranch has a strong Christian emphasis in philosophy and practice and are looking for like-minded couples. We currently have 8 homes serving 35 adults.

Benefits provided, must pass background check and have a valid driver’s license with good driving record. Will perform general household duties, organizing recreational activities, transporting residents to and from appointments. Will operate a company vehicle. Please contact employer for a complete list of job responsibilities.