Residential Assistant

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 worlds 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

• Bachelors degree required

• Valid drivers 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 professionalismMHS 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 its a life style that positively impacts young lives!