Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Breckenridge (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring and small-group facilitation. The role involves collaboration with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.

The Specialist helps promote positive behavior and connects students with available resources within a nurturing, diverse school culture, offering opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students or youth.
• Ability to facilitate small-group sessions effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills with educators and staff.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

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.