Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Brooklyn (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role involves designing and delivering development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with resources within a nurturing, diverse school culture that aims to make a lasting impact on students’ lives.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students or youth.
• Ability to lead small-group sessions and activities.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Lead and facilitate small groups to promote learning and development.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student success.
• Design and deliver development programs for students.
• Promote positive behavior and student well-being.
• Connect students with campus resources and support services.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration

Program 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.