Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Bay City (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in the Education, Training & E-Learning department seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support 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 to foster resilience and lifelong learning in a diverse residential setting.

Qualifications

• Mentoring students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitating small group activities and discussions.
• Collaborating with teachers and staff to support student development.
• Designing and delivering development programs for students.
• Promoting positive behavior and student well-being.
• Connecting students with available resources and supports.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship and guidance to students across grades.
• Facilitate small-group sessions and activities.
• Partner with teachers to integrate developmental programs into curriculum.
• Develop and deliver programs that promote resilience and social-emotional learning.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

Behavior promotion

Resource linkage

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.