Youth Development Specialist

Confidential; Bicknell (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff.

The role helps design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with resources, offering the chance to make a lasting impact on lives while growing professionally.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth development and mentoring.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging development programs.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and lead activity sessions.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to integrate development programs.
• Assist in designing and delivering development programs for students.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with available resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program development design

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.