Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Blackshear (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in the United States 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, connects students with resources, and contributes to a nurturing, diverse culture while growing professionally.

Qualifications

• Mentoring students
• Small-group facilitation
• Collaboration with teachers and staff

Responsibilities

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

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.