Youth Development Specialist

Confidential; Bonifay (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in the United States seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. You will mentor students, facilitate small groups, and collaborate with teachers and staff to design engaging development activities.

The role emphasizes promoting positive behavior, connecting students with available resources, and contributing to a nurturing residential school community where staff growth is encouraged.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver development programs for students.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.
• Collaborate with educators to support student growth.

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.