Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Cathedral City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. You will mentor students, facilitate small groups, and collaborate with teachers to design and deliver development programs that support academic, social, and emotional growth.

You will promote positive behavior and help connect students with resources, contributing to a nurturing, diverse culture and the school’s mission to make a lasting impact on young lives while growing

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver development programs for students.
• Promote positive behavior and resilience.
• Connect students with available resources and supports.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Staff 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.