Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Bell Gardens (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School, a cost-free pre-K through 12th grade residential school, is seeking a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. You will mentor students, facilitate small groups, and collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.

The role emphasizes promoting positive behavior, connecting students with resources, and helping create a nurturing, diverse learning environment where young people grow

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups to reinforce learning and behavior.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design development activities.

Responsibilities

• Support students' academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring.
• Lead and facilitate small-group sessions with students.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with needed resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration

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.