Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Cairo (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role involves helping design and deliver development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with resources to grow professionally within a nurturing school environment.

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions for diverse student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement growth plans.
• Assist in designing and delivering development programs.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions to reinforce learning and behavior goals.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement student development plans.
• Assist in designing and delivering development programs.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration

Program design

Behavior support

Resource connections

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.