Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Cairo (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in the United States seeks a Youth Development Specialist within Education, Training & E-Learning. You will mentor students and facilitate small groups, working closely with teachers and staff to support academic, social, and emotional growth.

You will design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and help connect students with campus resources, families, and community supports.

Qualifications

• Ability to mentor students across grades.
• Experience leading small groups.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student growth.
• Develop and deliver growth-focused programs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration

Positive behavior

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.