Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Aransas Pass (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring and group facilitation.

The role collaborates with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with available resources. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a nurturing, diverse school culture and grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support development programs.
• Design and deliver development programs for students.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

Behavior support

Resource connection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Milton Hershey School, a cost-free pre-K through 12th grade residential school, is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. This role supports students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff. The Specialist helps design and deliver development programs, promotes positive behavior, and connects students with resources. MHS offers a nurturing, diverse culture and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students’ lives while growing professionally.